The Transport Unit at Pantang Hospital is responsible for managing the transportation needs of the hospital, ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely movement of patients, staff, medical supplies, and equipment within the hospital and to external locations as needed. The unit plays a key role in supporting hospital operations by ensuring smooth transportation services for critical activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Transportation
- Coordinating the safe transport of patients within the hospital, including transfers between wards, clinics, diagnostic centers, and treatment areas.
- Providing specialized transport services for patients who require assistance, including stretcher transport and transportation for patients with mobility challenges.
Emergency Medical Transportation
- Managing the transportation of patients in emergency situations, including coordination with the ambulance services for transfers to and from the hospital.
- Ensuring that emergency transport vehicles are equipped with the necessary medical equipment and are ready for immediate deployment.
Staff Transportation
- Coordinating the transportation of hospital staff for official duties, including hospital events, training sessions, or meetings at external locations.
- Managing daily shuttle services for staff, if required, to facilitate their commute to and from work.
Transporting Medical Supplies and Equipment
- Ensuring the timely delivery of medical supplies, medications, and equipment to the appropriate departments, clinics, or patient wards.
- Managing the safe transport of sensitive or high-value medical equipment to and from the hospital as required.
Fleet Management
- Overseeing the maintenance, scheduling, and servicing of all hospital vehicles, including ambulances, transport vans, and staff vehicles.
- Ensuring that vehicles are in optimal working condition, safe to operate, and regularly checked for mechanical issues.
Logistics and Scheduling
- Managing transportation schedules to ensure that all services, including patient transfers and deliveries, are carried out efficiently and without delays.
- Coordinating with other departments to arrange transport services in alignment with hospital operations and patient care needs.
Coordination with External Partners
- Managing coordination with external transportation services, such as ambulances, for off-site patient transfers or external appointments.
- Ensuring smooth communication between the hospital and external transport providers to avoid delays and ensure patient safety.
Vehicle Safety and Compliance
- Ensuring that all hospital vehicles comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements, including regular safety inspections and certification.
- Implementing safety protocols for transporting patients and ensuring the safety of both staff and patients during transport.
Record Keeping and Reporting
- Maintaining detailed records of all transport activities, including patient transfers, vehicle usage, and transportation logistics.
- Preparing reports on transport efficiency, costs, and any issues that arise during transport operations.
Managing Transport Requests
- Handling transport requests from various departments within the hospital and ensuring that vehicles are assigned appropriately.
- Prioritizing transport requests based on urgency, patient needs, and hospital requirements.
Public and External Transportation Liaison
- Coordinating with public transport providers for patient drop-offs and pick-ups where necessary, ensuring easy access to and from the hospital.
- Assisting patients and visitors with transport options and guiding them through the hospital’s transportation services.
