Patient Transport Specialist

Beacon Health System; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo is seeking a dedicated transport and positioning aide to move patients between departments and assist with post-op setup. The role requires adherence to body mechanics and infection prevention policies.

Responsibilities include transporting specimens, preparing carts, assisting nursing staff, and handling routine supply tasks. Applicants should have a high school diploma and CPR certification, with at least some patient-care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; CPR certification required.
• Patient care experience in acute facility or ambulatory surgery center preferred.
• Must be at least 17 years old.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients between care areas using proper body mechanics.
• Prepares carts and beds for post-op transfers.
• Transports specimens to lab promptly.
• Assists nursing staff with patient positioning and lifting.
• Maintains infection prevention policies and standard room cleaning.
• Completes routine errands for supplies and equipment.

Skills

Patient transport

Body mechanics

Infection control

Education

High school diploma

CPR certification

Job description

Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo is seeking a dedicated transport and positioning aide to move patients between departments and assist with post-op setup. The role requires adherence to body mechanics and infection prevention policies.

Responsibilities include transporting specimens, preparing carts, assisting nursing staff, and handling routine supply tasks. Applicants should have a high school diploma and CPR certification, with at least some patient-care experience preferred.