Teon Walker
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Patient Transporter at MedStar Health, skilled in patient safety and effective communication. Enhanced workflow efficiency through collaboration with healthcare staff and ensured patient comfort during transport. Proficient in medical documentation and emergency response, consistently advocating for patient needs while maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Transporter
MedStar Health
Baltimore, MD
06.2024 - 01.2026
- Assisted patients in safe transport to various departments within facility.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of transport equipment, ensuring readiness for use.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to coordinate timely patient transfers, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Monitored patient comfort during transport, addressing needs and concerns promptly.
- Conducted routine inspections of transport equipment to ensure functionality and compliance with standards.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
- Reduced patient anxiety during transport by maintaining open communication and answering questions.
- Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' needs while being transported around the facility, ensuring their dignity was preserved at all times.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
- Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients within the hospital, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and medical protocol adherence.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and timely transportation.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Assisted patients in using oxygen tanks and other medical equipment to manage smooth transition from hospital to designated location.
- Expedited patient discharge process by promptly responding to transport requests from nurses or physicians.
- Supported clinical staff during emergencies as needed, showcasing adaptability and commitment to overall hospital goals.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Completed detailed patient transport logs, ensuring accurate documentation for hospital records.
- Performed vehicle safety checks before transporting patients to avoid delays and manage wear and tear.
Food Service Worker
Sedexo
Baltimore, MD
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Prepared food items according to safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management and restocking supplies efficiently.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely while maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to meet service standards.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkville High School
Baltimore, MD06.2024
Skills
- Patient communication
- Patient safety
- Patient confidentiality
- Customer service
- Professionalism and ethics
- Basic life support certification
- Problem resolution
- Transportation procedures
- Equipment moving
- Infection control
- Mobility assistance
- Equipment disinfection
- Medical documentation
- Emotional support
- Staff coordination
- Scheduling coordination
Certification
CPR/Bls -Active
Timeline
Patient Transporter
MedStar Health
06.2024 - 01.2026
Food Service Worker
Sedexo
09.2021 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Parkville High School