Patient Transport I - PT TRANSPORTATION

Kettering Health; South Dale (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kettering Health Main Campus in Ohio is seeking a Part Time Patient Transport I to safely move patients between hospital departments, ensuring comfort and timely access to services. You will operate wheelchairs and stretchers while upholding safety, infection control, and patient confidentiality throughout all transport activities.

No prior experience is required as on-the-job training is provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred to support our mission and patient care

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Safely move patients between departments and care areas.
• Maintain patient comfort, dignity and timely access to services.
• Assist with transport equipment (wheelchairs, stretchers) and documentation.
• Follow safety, infection-control and HIPAA guidelines in all transport activities.

Skills

Patient transport

Communication

Infection control

Equipment operation

HIPAA compliance

Documentation

Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Main Campus | Kettering | Part Time | Varied Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Patient Transport I role supports patient care by safely and efficiently moving patients between hospital departments, ensuring comfort, dignity, and timely access to services. This position helps maintain operational reliability and upholds safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards throughout all transport activities. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

Required Work Experience:

• No prior experience required
• on-the-job training provided

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Skills:

• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and staff
• Demonstrated attention to safety and infection control protocols
• Ability to safely operate wheelchairs, stretchers, and related transport equipment
• Physical stamina to assist with patient movement and transport
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer or mobile device skills for documentation and communication
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience in a healthcare, hospital, or patient care setting preferred

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred