Compassionate Patient Transporter (Full-Time)

Grandview Medical Center; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL, seeks a Patient Transporter to safely move patients between departments, ensuring comfort and dignity while supporting care teams. You will assist patients in and out of wheelchairs or beds, follow infection control and safety protocols, document transport activities, and provide compassionate service to patients and families during transitions.

This full-time role requires 0-1 years healthcare experience, BCLS by end orientation, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and compassionate patient care.
• Basic knowledge of patient transport safety techniques and infection control measures.
• Ability to lift/move patients and work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely between departments, maintaining comfort and dignity.
• Assist patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds with proper lifting techniques.
• Communicate with nursing staff and physicians to coordinate transport needs.
• Maintain clean and sanitized transport equipment following infection control protocols.
• Document transport activities accurately in logs or electronic systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Infection control

Lifting techniques

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, AL, seeks a Patient Transporter to safely move patients between departments, ensuring comfort and dignity while supporting care teams. You will assist patients in and out of wheelchairs or beds, follow infection control and safety protocols, document transport activities, and provide compassionate service to patients and families during transitions.

This full-time role requires 0-1 years healthcare experience, BCLS by end orientation, and the ability to