Compassionate Hospital Patient Transporter

Advocate Health; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Hospital Transporter to move patients within the facility, ensuring safety and comfort. You will coordinate with nursing staff, verify patient identifiers, and assist with transfers using proper lifting techniques.

The role requires excellent communication, a team-oriented mindset, and a readiness to obtain CPR certification within the first 90 days. Experience with dispatch systems and hospital equipment is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent required.
• Good communication and customer service skills essential.
• CPR certification should be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for transport and coordinate with nursing staff.
• Ensure patient safety by using proper identifiers and safety protocols.
• Operate equipment safely and assist with lifting and transfers.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of transport equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Team player

CPR certification

Basic math

Safety awareness

Education

High School education or equivalent

Tools

Dispatch system

Pagers

Wheelchair/Transport equipment

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Hospital Transporter to move patients within the facility, ensuring safety and comfort. You will coordinate with nursing staff, verify patient identifiers, and assist with transfers using proper lifting techniques.

The role requires excellent communication, a team-oriented mindset, and a readiness to obtain CPR certification within the first 90 days. Experience with dispatch systems and hospital equipment is a plus.