Patient Transport Supervisor (FT Nights)-SMC

Job description

Job Requirements
Position Summary
Supervise staff and assist Manager in day-to-day operation of Central Patient Transport Department.
Minimum Requirements
Education
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience
• 2 years supervisory experience in related fields
• Must be able to adjust communication, both verbal and nonverbal, to interact appropriately and effectively with a wide variety of age group (including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics)

License/Registration/Certifications
• CPR Certification (on the job training and certification)

Preferred Requirements
Preferred Education
• BS, BA, Masters

Preferred Experience
• 2+ years management experience in a related field

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications
• N/A

Core Job Responsibilities
• Supervises and coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Transport department, assuring patient flow, quality and accuracy of patient movement, and patient safety.
• Attend and participate in daily safety huddles, and other meetings as required.
• Review and reconcile employee time, correcting attendance and payroll discrepancies as needed.
• Plans and maintains work schedules, staffing to volume and ensuring coverage for planned and unplanned vacancies.
• Maintains accurate records of scheduling, attendance, and daily work activities of employees.
• Must be able to withstand stress and demands of active position.
• Must be able to withstand long hours of standing, stooping, bending, and sitting.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy objects/patients (50 lbs.).
• Must have manual dexterity and adequate vision to perform job.
• Must be able to respond calmly and efficiently in a crisis situation.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to relate to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds throughout the hospital.
• Must be able to work without constant supervision.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all patient populations ranging from pediatric through geriatric.
• Other duties as assigned.