Patient Transport & Equipment Aide

C100 UMass Memorial Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is hiring a Patient Transporter to move patients across the hospital, assist nursing staff, and handle transport of specimens and supplies. You will ensure patient safety, verify patient identity, and communicate effectively with care teams.

Required are a high school diploma and BLS certification within 6 months of hire, plus strong English skills and a collaborative attitude. The role may involve varying shift times, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills to support patient care and hospital teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed.
• Assists nursing staff in moving and positioning patients and uses lift devices as needed.
• Deliver patient care items and transport equipment; maintain clean transport areas and logs.

Skills

BLS Certification

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is hiring a Patient Transporter to move patients across the hospital, assist nursing staff, and handle transport of specimens and supplies. You will ensure patient safety, verify patient identity, and communicate effectively with care teams.

Required are a high school diploma and BLS certification within 6 months of hire, plus strong English skills and a collaborative attitude. The role may involve varying shift times, including evenings and weekends.