Patient Transport - Full Time - Days

East Georgia Regional Medical Center, LLC; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Tuition assistance

Reimbursement program

Job summary

East Georgia Regional Medical Center, LLC is seeking a Patient Transporter to safely move patients throughout the facility, supporting diagnostic testing and treatment areas while ensuring comfort, safety, and confidentiality.

The role requires basic lifting techniques, strong communication with nursing staff, and reliable attendance. Eligible for competitive base pay and benefits as part of a robust total rewards program.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare or patient support role is required.
• Basic knowledge of infection control measures and patient safety.
• Ability to lift/move patients with proper technique and assist with equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients between departments, maintaining comfort and dignity.
• Assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds with safe lifting techniques.
• Communicates with nursing staff and physicians to coordinate transport needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication with healthcare teams

Lifting and patient handling

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.

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.