How do they match: Orderlies

  • Transport patients to areas such as operating rooms or x-ray rooms using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds. May maintain stocks of supplies or clean and transport equipment. Psychiatric orderlies are included in Psychiatric Aides.

  • Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
  • Clean equipment, such as wheelchairs, hospital beds, or portable medical equipment, documenting needed repairs or maintenance.
  • Disinfect or sterilize equipment or supplies, using germicides or sterilizing equipment.
  • Transport portable medical equipment or medical supplies between rooms or departments.

  • Clean medical equipment.