Compassionate Patient Transport Specialist — Safe Mobility

USA Health Systems; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health Systems seeks a dependable transport specialist to move patients between departments using wheelchairs or stretchers and to assist patients in getting into and out of vehicles. The role emphasizes safety, proper body mechanics, and adherence to infection control and hospital policies.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, with a focus on patient care and excellent bedside manner. Previous healthcare experience is beneficial, and a regular schedule is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, customer service, and bedside manner skills.
• Experience in healthcare or patient transport is not explicitly required but helpful.
• Comparable combinations of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Abide by all compliance requirements and policies and perform responsibilities ethically.
• Follow hospital policies including confidentiality.
• Transport patients to and from departments via wheelchair or stretcher in a safe and timely manner.
• Assist patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher safely.
• Utilize proper body mechanics when moving equipment and patients.
• Report broken or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or department head.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Bedside manner

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

USA Health Systems seeks a dependable transport specialist to move patients between departments using wheelchairs or stretchers and to assist patients in getting into and out of vehicles. The role emphasizes safety, proper body mechanics, and adherence to infection control and hospital policies.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, with a focus on patient care and excellent bedside manner. Previous healthcare experience is beneficial, and a regular schedule is expected.