Patient Transport & Care Support Specialist

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life insurance

Job summary

St. David’s Medical Center, part of St. David’s HealthCare, seeks a Transporter to move patients to and from departments and assist technologists in preparing patients for procedures.

The role collaborates with clinical staff to ensure smooth workflow and accurate patient handling while maintaining safety standards. The transporter will escort patients, verify orders and identities, operate transport equipment, and help prepare rooms and supplies.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as a Transporter – preferred.
• 1 year of direct patient care experience – preferred.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification per St. David’s Healthcare policy.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from the department and assist the technologist as needed to prepare the patient for the procedure.
• Escort patients to and from the department, verify orders, isolation status, and patient identity.
• Operate multiple modes of transportation and ensure availability of transport equipment.
• Complete the patient safety checklist prior to transport.
• Prepare the procedure room for exams and ensure supplies are available.
• Assist patients with completion of records, documents, and assessments.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and handle malfunctions.

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

St. David’s Medical Center, part of St. David’s HealthCare, seeks a Transporter to move patients to and from departments and assist technologists in preparing patients for procedures.

The role collaborates with clinical staff to ensure smooth workflow and accurate patient handling while maintaining safety standards. The transporter will escort patients, verify orders and identities, operate transport equipment, and help prepare rooms and supplies.