Hospital Patient Transporter — Shift Premium Pay

Edward Elmhurst Health; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium shift pay

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Retirement options with company match

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health is seeking a Patient Transporter at Elmhurst Hospital. Under supervision, you will transport patients via wheelchair or stretcher and handle IV pumps and equipment as needed. High-school diploma and BLS certification required, with at least six months of related experience.

Shift is 6am–2:30pm, including every other weekend and rotating holidays; benefits are provided. Position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Minimum six months of customer service or patient transporter experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients via wheelchair, stretcher, bed, or other means.
• Disconnect/connect patient IV pumps from IV pole and oxygen as needed.
• Deliver patient equipment to nursing floors as required.
• Assist with transfers and positioning of patients with care and safety in mind.

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Customer service experience

Education

High-school diploma

American Heart Association BLS for healthcare provider

Job description

Edward Elmhurst Health is seeking a Patient Transporter at Elmhurst Hospital. Under supervision, you will transport patients via wheelchair or stretcher and handle IV pumps and equipment as needed. High-school diploma and BLS certification required, with at least six months of related experience.

Shift is 6am–2:30pm, including every other weekend and rotating holidays; benefits are provided. Position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and compassionate patient care.