Compassionate Hospital Patient Transport & Care Aide

Atrium Health Navicent; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Navicent is seeking a dedicated transporter to support patient mobility and safe transport within the hospital. You will participate in the timely movement of patients to various locations, while maintaining strict safety and care standards.

The role emphasizes effective communication with patients, families, and clinical staff, adherence to safety protocols, and proper documentation of transport activities. High school diploma and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current AHA BLS within three months of hire.
• Prior experience taking care of patients or dealing with the public.
• Adaptability, good judgment, discretion; able to work irregular schedules.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in physical patient care per MCCG and unit standards.
• Registers transport acceptance in the system; logs completion after transport.
• Moves patients using safe practices with beds, stretchers, tables and wheelchairs; assists with positioning.
• Transports bodies to the morgue and escorts funeral directors per procedures; transports other items as needed.
• Cleans equipment per procedures and reports/breturn broken equipment for repair.
• Responds to patient lifting requests and logs information; proficient with lift equipment.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians and the healthcare team.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety procedures

Lift equipment usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift equipment

Job description

Atrium Health Navicent is seeking a dedicated transporter to support patient mobility and safe transport within the hospital. You will participate in the timely movement of patients to various locations, while maintaining strict safety and care standards.

The role emphasizes effective communication with patients, families, and clinical staff, adherence to safety protocols, and proper documentation of transport activities. High school diploma and BLS certification are required.