Compassionate Patient Transport & Care Assistant

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational and career development

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Loan forgiveness

Malpractice liability insurance

Wearable safety badge

Wellness program

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Patient Transporter (PRN) to move patients between departments and nursing units, assist with ADLs, and support safe patient flow throughout the facility.

The role emphasizes teamwork, situational awareness, and adherence to hospital policies. Training includes BLS and on-the-job competency; includes shift differentials for nights and weekends and access to wellness programs.

Qualifications

• HS/GED required for hire.
• BLS certification required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain departmental policies and expectations.
• Transport patients between units and to admissions or discharge.
• Assist with activities of daily living as directed.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and healthcare team.
• Retrieve, store and transport oxygen cylinders per hospital policy.
• Support patient flow and equipment movement within the facility.
• Deliver specimens and transport X-rays and equipment as needed.
• Participate in educational programs and department meetings.

Education

HS/GED

BLS certification

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Patient Transporter (PRN) to move patients between departments and nursing units, assist with ADLs, and support safe patient flow throughout the facility.

The role emphasizes teamwork, situational awareness, and adherence to hospital policies. Training includes BLS and on-the-job competency; includes shift differentials for nights and weekends and access to wellness programs.