Compassionate Patient Transporter | Hospital Care

Dignity Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Patient Transporter to move inpatients and outpatients across the campus, ensuring a courteous and safe patient experience.

You will verify patient identification, assist with transfers, monitor patient condition, and keep equipment area clean while reporting issues promptly. The role emphasizes strong patient safety, attention to detail, and teamwork with nursing and imaging staff to support timely care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responds quickly to calls for patient transportation and coordinates with nursing staff.
• Ensures correct patient identification and timely transfer to designated locations.
• Utilizes proper lifting techniques and safe transport procedures for wheelchairs, IV poles, and related equipment.
• Assists nursing and imaging departments with direct patient care tasks as needed.
• Maintains clean, organized work areas and reports equipment in need of repair.
• Keeps patients informed about wait times and procedures as appropriate.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

American Heart Association BLS Certification

Job description

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Patient Transporter to move inpatients and outpatients across the campus, ensuring a courteous and safe patient experience.

You will verify patient identification, assist with transfers, monitor patient condition, and keep equipment area clean while reporting issues promptly. The role emphasizes strong patient safety, attention to detail, and teamwork with nursing and imaging staff to support timely care.