Evening Patient Transport Specialist

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is recruiting for a Transporter to support patient movement within the hospital on 2nd shift. The role requires physical stamina, safe patient handling, and adherence to safety and infection control protocols.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with at least 6 months experience in customer service or patient transport. BLS certification is required by the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Six (6) months customer service or patient transport experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or ARC required by first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients and items to various areas to facilitate patient care.
• Moves patients safely using wheelchairs or hospital beds.
• Verifies patient identification and maintains HIPAA confidentiality.
• Follows safety procedures and infection control guidelines.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and reports any needed repairs.
• Participates in training new transport staff and supports weekend/holiday coverage.

Skills

Customer service

Patient transport

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is recruiting for a Transporter to support patient movement within the hospital on 2nd shift. The role requires physical stamina, safe patient handling, and adherence to safety and infection control protocols.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, with at least 6 months experience in customer service or patient transport. BLS certification is required by the first day of employment.