Compassionate Patient Transport & Care Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center Redding is seeking a Transport/Patient Care Assistant to safely transport patients throughout the facility and provide basic patient care to ensure comfort and continuity of care. You will move patients to imaging, therapies, admissions, and discharge, assist with mobility, and maintain safety and cleanliness of transport equipment.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, a compassionate demeanor, and the stamina to navigate a busy healthcare environment while

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills and compassionate approach are essential for patient assistance.
• Ability to communicate clearly with nursing staff and departments.
• Physical stamina to help transport patients and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely between departments and with mobility assistance.
• Provide basic patient care including turning, repositioning, and feeding as needed.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and ensure patient safety during transport.
• Communicate with clinical staff and follow hospital policies and procedures.
• Stay updated on Joint Commission requirements and regulatory changes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate demeanor

Physical stamina

Communication with clinical staff

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Mercy Medical Center Redding is seeking a Transport/Patient Care Assistant to safely transport patients throughout the facility and provide basic patient care to ensure comfort and continuity of care. You will move patients to imaging, therapies, admissions, and discharge, assist with mobility, and maintain safety and cleanliness of transport equipment.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, a compassionate demeanor, and the stamina to navigate a busy healthcare environment while