Compassionate Patient Transporter — Safe Hospital Mobility

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System seeks a dedicated Patient Transporter to move patients in wheelchairs or on carts within the hospital, coordinating with the nursing staff and ensuring safe, timely transportation for tests, procedures, and discharges.

The role emphasizes patient safety, proper identification, adherence to universal precautions, and efficient communication with team members to maintain throughput and quality service.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients within the hospital using wheelchairs, carts, or other transport equipment.
• Coordinate with nursing staff and follow the designated transport plan and isolation procedures.
• Identify patients prior to transport and ensure proper patient safety and privacy during transfers.
• Assist in capacity management and patient throughput to support hospital operations.

Skills

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Independent thinking

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Basic computer literacy

Job description

Independence Health System seeks a dedicated Patient Transporter to move patients in wheelchairs or on carts within the hospital, coordinating with the nursing staff and ensuring safe, timely transportation for tests, procedures, and discharges.

The role emphasizes patient safety, proper identification, adherence to universal precautions, and efficient communication with team members to maintain throughput and quality service.