Hospital Transporter

Trinity Health; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Ann Arbor is seeking a full-time Hospital Transporter for the Evening shift. You will transfer and transport patients safely between patient care areas and diagnostic/treatment locations, and assist with equipment such as stretchers and wheelchairs.

You will communicate clearly with patients, families and care teams, and ensure safe transfers using hospital-approved devices. Basic reading, writing and arithmetic are expected; prior healthcare experience is not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED recommended.
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills.

Responsibilities

• Transport stable, non-monitored patients between care areas and diagnostics.
• Communicate with patients, families and care providers.
• Use transfer devices and assist with restroom needs.
• Maintain transport equipment and stock essential supplies.
• BLS certification maintained.

Skills

Communication with patients

Education

High school diploma or GED recommended

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Evening Shift

Department: Hospital Transport

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor

Minimum rate of pay: $15.82

POSITION PURPOSE

Transfer and transport patients safely and effectively from patient care areas to and from diagnostic/ testing areas.

Required Qualifications:

Education

• High school diploma or GED recommended. Basic skills in reading, writing, and arithmetic.

Experience

• Prior healthcare experience is not required.

What you will do:

• Transport stable, non-monitored patients from patient care areas to and from diagnostic/ testing areas (such as CT, X-ray, Angio, Hemo) and to inpatient units for admissions.
• Able to effectively communicate with the patient, family, visitors, and the direct care providers.
• Transporters are to directly speak with the RN or the Healthcare Provider prior to a transport and when the patient returns to the unit.
• Transporters are to assist the patient with his/her restroom needs as necessary.
• Able to safely transfer patients using a transfer device such as a patient sling, slide board, or other hospital approved transfer devices.
• Cleans transport equipment between each patient use.
• Transport, locate, and redistribute equipment such as stretchers, wheelchairs, Airpals, Stryker Glides, oxygen, and other necessary equipment to perform transports.
• Replaces oxygen tanks as needed (less than 500 psi).
• Provides directions to families and/or visitors.
• Maintains current BLS certification.
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings and continuing educational activities.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.