Compassionate Patient Transporter

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital in Charleston, SC seeks a Patient Transporter to move patients, belongings, prosthetics and equipment throughout the facility while upholding safety and courtesy standards.

Shift patterns include 7a-11p and weekend rotation; benefits package highlights professional growth and comprehensive health coverage. Prior healthcare or strong customer service experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification (AHA/Red Cross) required or must be obtained within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical personnel in transferring patients to and from beds, wheelchairs, or stretchers.
• Transport patients safely in wheelchair, stretcher, or ambulating facing forward, with proper safety.
• Use positioning aides/devices to ensure safety and comfort.
• Transport items with patients such as oxygen or IV stands.
• Maintain therapeutic communication with patient.
• Assist in cleaning and maintenance of department supplies.
• Assist in movement of medical equipment within the facility.
• Transport specimen, lab and pharmacy items and equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Healthcare experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital in Charleston, SC seeks a Patient Transporter to move patients, belongings, prosthetics and equipment throughout the facility while upholding safety and courtesy standards.

Shift patterns include 7a-11p and weekend rotation; benefits package highlights professional growth and comprehensive health coverage. Prior healthcare or strong customer service experience preferred.