Patient Transport Specialist

Beacon Health System; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in South Bend, IN seeks a Centralized Transportation Associate to assist with moving and transporting patients and equipment within the hospital. You will support nurses, maintain equipment on patient floors, and ensure safe transport practices in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong communication, basic math, and excellent interpersonal skills, with a focus on patient safety and infection control.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum age 17 years.
• Experience in patient transportation or healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with moving, lifting and transferring patients and items within the hospital.
• Maintain par levels for equipment on patient floors.
• Transport clean and dirty equipment to appropriate locations.
• Communicate with transport team and report delays or issues.
• Observe patients during transport and report concerns to nurses.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Independent work

Device operation

Back safety

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Age 17 or older

Job description

Beacon Health System in South Bend, IN seeks a Centralized Transportation Associate to assist with moving and transporting patients and equipment within the hospital. You will support nurses, maintain equipment on patient floors, and ensure safe transport practices in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong communication, basic math, and excellent interpersonal skills, with a focus on patient safety and infection control.