Hospital Patient Transport Specialist

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a Patient Transportation Partner to move patients, charts and equipment safely across hospital and clinic areas. You’ll uphold HIPAA standards and practice proper lifting techniques to protect patients and staff.

The role supports patient flow, quality care, and teamwork within the Support Services group at our flagship campus near Midtown. Excellent communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone.
• Must pass all HFHS pre-employment requirements.
• Certification or CPR certification during orientation period (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and efficiently throughout the hospital and clinic areas.
• Handle and transport patient charts, equipment, and other items as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and unit-care data in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Demonstrate proper lifting techniques to ensure safety for both patients and yourself.
• Utilize transport management software to process work requests and manage tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

HIPAA compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Transport management software

Computer literacy

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a Patient Transportation Partner to move patients, charts and equipment safely across hospital and clinic areas. You’ll uphold HIPAA standards and practice proper lifting techniques to protect patients and staff.

The role supports patient flow, quality care, and teamwork within the Support Services group at our flagship campus near Midtown. Excellent communication and reliability are essential.