Evening Patient & Equipment Transport Specialist

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus possible

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester is seeking a Patient Transporter to escort ambulatory patients, transport them by wheelchair or stretcher, and support the clinical team in daily operations. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate identification, and clear handoff communication.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma, BLS certification within 6 months of hire, strong English communication, and solid customer service skills to coordinate with hospital departments and provide

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Good interpersonal and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Escort ambulatory patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed, verify IDs, and provide safe transport.
• Assist nursing staff with moving patients and using lift devices as needed.
• Deliver stretchers, beds, cribs and wheelchairs; clean transport equipment regularly.
• Transport specimens and other materials per infection control guidelines.
• Deliver medical records, pharmaceuticals, X-ray films and other items as required.

Skills

BLS Certification

English proficient

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester is seeking a Patient Transporter to escort ambulatory patients, transport them by wheelchair or stretcher, and support the clinical team in daily operations. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate identification, and clear handoff communication.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma, BLS certification within 6 months of hire, strong English communication, and solid customer service skills to coordinate with hospital departments and provide