Internal Patient Transporter

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is looking for a Patient Transporter to support safe and compassionate movement of patients across the hospital. This part-time role will help maintain smooth patient flow and excellent service.

This position runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 am–1:30 pm, and requires a High School diploma with 1+ year in customer service or healthcare settings. You will work within CHOP ICARE values and collaborate with clinical teams to support hospital operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED is required.
• 1+ year experience in customer service or patient-facing role is preferred.
• 1+ year experience in healthcare or transport setting is preferred.
• Experience with Epic/EMR systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients of all ages using wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Assist with patient transfers under the direction of clinical staff.
• Escort discharged patients to designated pickup locations.
• Provide clear, supportive communication to patients and families during transport.
• Follow infection prevention and equipment cleaning protocols.
• Transport nonpatient items and equipment as needed to support operational flow.
• Ensure timely delivery of equipment to support clinical flow.
• Maintain transport equipment in clean, safe condition and report issues promptly.
• Prioritize assignments to ensure timely movement of patients and materials.
• Collaborate with clinical teams, environmental services, security, and other departments to support safe patient flow.
• Crosscover as needed and perform other duties to support departmental operations.
• Leverage Epic system to communicate with clinical partners and track transportation tasks.

Skills

CHOP ICARE values

Interpersonal skills

Patient mobility

Time management

Policy compliance

Independent work

EMR systems

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

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Seeking Breakthrough Makers

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

A Brief Overview

The Patient Transporter is responsible plays a key role in supporting safe, timely, and compassionate movement of patients throughout the hospital. This includes transporting patients between inpatient units, procedural areas, diagnostic services, and discharge locations. The role also supports the transport of essential nonpatient items and equipment.

Staff in this position serve as a welcoming and reassuring presence for patients and families, helping reduce anxiety and ensuring a positive experience during transitions of care. They demonstrate CHOP ICARE values, maintain a high level of service, and collaborate closely with clinical and operational teams to support hospital flow.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9am-1:30pm (part-time)

What you will do

Patient Transport

• Safely transport patients of all ages using wheelchairs, stretchers, cribs, and specialty equipment.
• Assist with patient transfers under the direction of clinical staff.
• Escort discharged patients to designated pickup locations, including entrances and parking areas.
• Provide clear, supportive communication to patients and families during transport.
• Follow all infection prevention and equipmentcleaning protocols.

NonPatient Transport & Support

• Transport nonpatient items and equipment as needed to support operational flow.
• Ensure timely delivery of equipment to support clinical flow.
• Maintain transport equipment in clean, safe working condition and report issues promptly.

Operational Support

• Prioritize assignments to ensure timely movement of patients and materials.
• Collaborate with clinical teams, environmental services, security, and other departments to support safe patient flow.
• Crosscover as needed and perform other duties to support departmental operations.
• Leverage Epic system to communicate with clinical partners, track transportation tasks, and support patients.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED - Required

Experience Qualifications

• At least one (1) year Experience in a customer service or patientfacing role - Preferred
• At least one (1) year Experience in a healthcare or transport setting - Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Able to serve as a champion of CHOP ICARE values (Required proficiency)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (Required proficiency)
• Ability to safely maneuver transport equipment and assist with patient mobility (Required proficiency)
• Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner (Required proficiency)
• Performs work according to CHOP policies, procedures, and safety standards (Required proficiency)
• Ability to work with or without supervision (Required proficiency)
• Ability to learn new systems and engage in patient medical record system (Required proficiency)

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine.

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SALARY RANGE:

$17.40 - $21.75 Hourly

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.