Patient Transporter

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Transporter responsible for the safe, timely movement of patients, equipment, and essential items throughout the hospital. You will ensure clear communication with clinical teams and maintain a clean, safe environment while supporting patient comfort during transport.

You will adhere to hospital protocols and complete required documentation, contributing to smooth operations and a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain current BLS certification or obtain within three months from date of hire.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to understand written, verbal, and other sensory stimuli.
• Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints.
• Must be able to interpret scientific data in a logical and coherent manner.
• Must be able to independently solve problems and follow detailed written and verbal instruction.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports patients to and from hospital areas using appropriate equipment (wheelchair or cart) based on patient condition.
• Promptly transports patient to destination and notifies arrival to designated individual.
• Performs patient transfers with approved transfer mobility equipment when appropriate.
• Completes hospital-wide orientation, annual competencies and department/unit-specific competencies.
• Adheres to vaccination requirements as part of safety protocols.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and workspace and reports malfunctions.
• Supports School of Radiology educational process and communicates with faculty on student progress.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

BLS certification

Communication skills

English proficiency

Stress management

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

The Transporter is responsible for the safe, timely, and respectful movement of patients, equipment, and essential items throughout the hospital. This role ensures accurate communication with clinical teams, maintains a clean and safe environment, and supports patient comfort during transport. The Transporter also adheres to hospital protocols, safety standards, and documentation procedures, contributing to smooth hospital operations and a positive patient experience.

• Area of Interest: Patient Care
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1
• Department: Patient Transportation
• Shift: 11pm to 730am Monday thru Friday
• Job ID: 186958

Overview

The Transporter is responsible for the safe, timely, and respectful movement of patients, equipment, and essential items throughout the hospital. This role ensures accurate communication with clinical teams, maintains a clean and safe environment, and supports patient comfort during transport. The Transporter also adheres to hospital protocols, safety standards, and documentation procedures, contributing to smooth hospital operations and a positive patient experience.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Personal

• Safely transports patients to and from hospital areas and departments utilizing proper equipment (wheelchair or cart) appropriate to the patient's condition and lifting techniques.
• Promptly transports patient to destination and notifies patient arrival to designated individual.
• Perform patient transfers with approved transfer mobility equipment when appropriate.
• Successfully completes hospital-wide orientation, annual hospital competencies and department/unit specific competencies.
• For the safety of our patients and co-workers, St. Luke's Hospital requires seasonal and job-related vaccinations. This is reviewed regularly during periodic health assessments.
• Patient transporters may transport contrast media to inpatients, ED patients 6000-44
• Performs other duties as assigned

Team

• Maintains cleanliness of equipment and workspace and reports equipment malfunctions in a timely manner.
• Understand requirements for student supervision as outlined in the Student Supervision policy.
• Support the School of Radiology educational process.
• Maintain current knowledge of School of Radiology policies, procedures, and student progress.
• Communicate with School of Radiology faculty on student-related progress and issues.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain within three (3) months from date of hire.
• Must complete on the job training.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to understand written, verbal, and other sensory stimuli.
• Must have the ability to analyze written and spoken English.
• Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints.
• Must be able to interpret scientific data in a logical and coherent manner.
• Must be able to independently solve problems and follow detailed written and verbal instruction.
• Must be able to work well with all customers and co-workers.
• Must demonstrate a cooperative, courteous, and dependable working performance.
• Must possess high integrity and always maintain confidentiality.