Patient Transport - Full Time - Days

CHS Career Site; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Reimbursement program

Job summary

East Georgia Regional Medical Center in Statesboro, GA is seeking a Patient Transporter. You will move patients safely between departments for diagnostics, treatment, and discharge, ensuring comfort, dignity, and confidentiality while communicating with care teams.

The role requires 0-1 years in healthcare or patient support, BCLS certification by orientation, and the ability to lift and move patients. East Georgia offers competitive base pay, shift incentives, and a robust benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and compassionate care.
• Basic knowledge of patient transport safety and infection control.
• Physical stamina to assist movement of patients and equipment.
• Ability to follow directions and work in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely between departments maintaining comfort and dignity.
• Assist patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds with proper technique.
• Coordinate transport needs by communicating with nursing staff and physicians.
• Maintain cleanliness and infection control of transport equipment.
• Document transport activities and update logs as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care basics

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Summary

The Patient Transporter is responsible for safely moving patients throughout the facility, including to and from diagnostic testing, treatment areas, and discharge locations. Ensures patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality during transport, while maintaining effective communication with healthcare teams to facilitate patient care.

Essential Functions

• Transports patients safely between departments, maintaining patient comfort and dignity throughout the process.
• Assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds, ensuring proper lifting techniques and use of equipment to prevent injury.
• Communicates with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers to coordinate and prioritize patient transport needs.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized environment for transport equipment, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Follows safety guidelines for patient handling and transport, reporting any concerns or incidents promptly.
• Assists with the movement of medical equipment, supplies, and documents as needed to support patient care.
• Provides excellent customer service, offering reassurance and support to patients and families during transport.
• Documents transport activities accurately, updating logs or electronic systems as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare or patient support role required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and provide compassionate care.
• Basic knowledge of patient transport safety techniques and infection control measures.
• Physical stamina to lift, move, and transport patients safely.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support completed by the end of orientation period required

As a core employee with East Georgia Regional Medical Center, you will be eligible for competitive base pay, night shift incentives, and a robust total rewards compensation package. Included in our benefits package includes some of the following: health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more! You can also qualify for tuition assistance and a reimbursement program for qualified programs.

Job Info

• Job Identification 169340
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 11/09/2026, 08:54 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 1499 Fair Rd, Statesboro, GA, 30458, US