Hospital Patient Transporter: Safe Patient Movement

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Patient Transporter at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis to ensure safe movement of patients throughout the facility. You will transport patients by bed, stretcher, or wheelchair, adhering to safety and infection control protocols while coordinating with nursing staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and the stamina for standing and walking during shifts that include rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; transition-to-work program acceptable.
• Must complete training in competencies such as patient oxygen equipment, monitoring levels, lifting and transfers, and infection control.
• Ability to follow oxygen transport policy, including monitoring oxygen tanks during transport.
• Frequent standing and long walking distances required.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs and bending/twisting during handling.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely to and from points of service within the facility.
• Move patients using bed, stretcher, or wheelchair as needed.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition during transport.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to coordinate transfers.
• Adhere to safety protocols and infection control policies; ensure timely transport to minimize care delays.

Skills

Patient transport

Education

High school diploma

Job description

IU Health is seeking a Patient Transporter at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis to ensure safe movement of patients throughout the facility. You will transport patients by bed, stretcher, or wheelchair, adhering to safety and infection control protocols while coordinating with nursing staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and the stamina for standing and walking during shifts that include rotating weekends and holidays.