Transports patients to and from the OPS in a safe and efficient manner. Assists in getting patients on and off of the stretcher. Maintains effective communication regarding patient status to appropriate personnel. Maintains courteous communication with patients, their families and the Public.
Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values Provide patient escort services within the hospital for the Outpatient Surgery Department. Cooperates and communicates well with all health team members to maintain the highest quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Requirements:
High School Graduate or equivalent. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to organize work day and environment to provide high quality patient care. Able to handle multiple requests and work in a potentially stressful environment.
Huntsville Hospital is an 881-bed hospital that serves as the regional referral center for North Alabama and southern Tennessee. Huntsville Hospital is governed by the Health Care Authority of the City of Huntsville and is the second-largest hospital in Alabama. In recent years, the hospital has expanded its services throughout the region with the development of Huntsville Hospital Health System, which includes hospitals in Huntsville, Madison, Athens, Decatur, Boaz, Guntersville, Moulton, Red Bay, Sheffield, Scottsboro, and Fayetteville, Tenn. The Health System includes more than 2,300 patient beds and 19,500 employees.
