Zachary Bongiovanni
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
At Richmond University Medical Center, I excelled as a Patient Transporter, enhancing patient comfort and safety through expert wheelchair transport and compassionate communication. My proactive approach in training peers and advocating for patient needs underscored my commitment to professionalism and ethics, significantly contributing to the team's efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Experienced with safely transporting patients within medical facilities. Uses effective communication to coordinate with medical staff and ensure patient comfort. Knowledge of hospital protocols and strong problem-solving skills ensure smooth and efficient patient transfers.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Transporter
Richmond University Medical Center
04.2020 - 05.2024
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and timely transportation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tottenville HS
Staten Island, NY06-2020
Skills
- Patient communication
- Patient safety
- Patient confidentiality
- Customer service
- Wheelchair assistance
- Wheelchair transport
- Identification management
- Active listening
Timeline
Patient Transporter
Richmond University Medical Center
04.2020 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Tottenville HS
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