Onsite Patient Transport Specialist (Day Shift)

UChicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine in Chicago's Hyde Park campus is seeking a Patient Transportation Specialist for a 100% on-site role. You will transport patients, charts, and equipment safely, using wheelchairs and stretchers, and assist with transfers as needed.

The position requires staying in the greater Chicagoland area and adhering to safety protocols. Responsibilities include maintaining logs, coordinating with Dispatchers, and complying with PPE guidelines to protect patients and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and BLS certifications required within 90 days.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Able to lift and transfer patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, charts, and equipment safely using wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Assist with patient transfers and positioning.
• Maintain logs and communicate with Dispatchers.
• Follow PPE protocols and infection control measures.
• Respond to emergencies and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Physical strength

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

BLS certification

Tools

Wheelchairs

Stretchers

IV Poles

Job description

UChicago Medicine in Chicago's Hyde Park campus is seeking a Patient Transportation Specialist for a 100% on-site role. You will transport patients, charts, and equipment safely, using wheelchairs and stretchers, and assist with transfers as needed.

The position requires staying in the greater Chicagoland area and adhering to safety protocols. Responsibilities include maintaining logs, coordinating with Dispatchers, and complying with PPE guidelines to protect patients and staff.