Patient Transport Specialist for Hospitals

Aramark; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Patient Transport Worker in Illinois to move patients, belongings, medical records, and equipment between units to support timely patient care.

The role requires safely transporting individuals, verifying identities, assisting with admissions and discharges, and adhering to privacy and safety policies. Physical demands and PPE usage may be required; benefits vary by location.

Qualifications

• Fluent English communication.
• Ability to stay calm in tense situations.
• Ability to work under time constraints.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Flexibility and responsiveness to change.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a friendly, efficient service attitude toward customers, clients and co-workers.
• Safely transports patients, belongings, medical records, specimens, and equipment to various areas.
• Moves patients with traction, IVs, drainage apparatus, oxygen and related encumbrances per safety standards.
• Uses electronic devices to update status and notify dispatchers as instructed.
• Verifies patient identity using two identifiers before transport.
• Assists patients during admissions and discharges and at vehicle entry points.
• Keeps patient information confidential and adheres to privacy rules.
• Transports decedent bodies to the morgue with proper documentation.
• Follows OSHA and other regulations and Aramark safety standards.
• Maintains records to ensure compliance with laws and company policy.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Patient Transport Worker in Illinois to move patients, belongings, medical records, and equipment between units to support timely patient care.

The role requires safely transporting individuals, verifying identities, assisting with admissions and discharges, and adhering to privacy and safety policies. Physical demands and PPE usage may be required; benefits vary by location.