Patient Transport Specialist - Weekend Shift

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

South Shore Health in Weymouth, MA is seeking a Part-time Patient Transporter to provide safe and courteous transport for patients, visitors, and equipment. The role emphasizes timely movement, coordination with nursing staff, and adherence to infection control practices.

Responsibilities include moving patients via wheelchair or stretcher, assisting with transfers, and dispatching transport orders. Weekend availability is required, with shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 16+ years old.
• Previous hospital experience preferred but not required.
• English language communication skills required.
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.
• Weekend shifts: every Saturday, Sunday, and holidays 8am to 4:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients between departments using stretchers, wheelchairs, or beds.
• Monitor patient condition during transport and report changes to nursing staff.
• Assist with patient transfers using slide boards and gait belts as needed.
• Discharge patients following proper procedures and escort to main entrance or departure lounge.
• Transport lab specimens, x-ray reports, and medical records as required.
• Operate dispatch systems to receive transport orders and document services.

Job description

South Shore Health in Weymouth, MA is seeking a Part-time Patient Transporter to provide safe and courteous transport for patients, visitors, and equipment. The role emphasizes timely movement, coordination with nursing staff, and adherence to infection control practices.

Responsibilities include moving patients via wheelchair or stretcher, assisting with transfers, and dispatching transport orders. Weekend availability is required, with shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.