Patient Transporter

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Patient Transporter to move patients safely within the facility, ensuring comfort and dignity during transfers. The role supports diagnostic testing, treatment areas, and discharge locations, coordinating with nursing and medical staff while adhering to infection control and safety guidelines.

Full-time, day shift with reliable attendance is expected. You will document transport activities and maintain equipment readiness, contributing to high-quality

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare or patient support role is required (0-1 years).
• Strong interpersonal skills and compassionate care.
• Ability to lift and move patients safely.
• Basic knowledge of infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely between departments while ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Assist patients in getting in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds.
• Communicate with nursing staff and clinicians to coordinate transport needs.
• Maintain clean transport equipment and follow infection control protocols.
• Follow safety guidelines for patient handling and report concerns.
• Move medical equipment and supplies as needed.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients and families.
• Document transport activities in logs or electronic systems.
• Perform other duties and maintain regular attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Infection control

Physical stamina

Follow directions

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Summary

The Patient Transporter is responsible for safely moving patients throughout the facility, including to and from diagnostic testing, treatment areas, and discharge locations. Ensures patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality during transport, while maintaining effective communication with healthcare teams to facilitate patient care.

Essential Functions

• Transports patients safely between departments, maintaining patient comfort and dignity throughout the process.
• Assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds, ensuring proper lifting techniques and use of equipment to prevent injury.
• Communicates with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers to coordinate and prioritize patient transport needs.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized environment for transport equipment, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Follows safety guidelines for patient handling and transport, reporting any concerns or incidents promptly.
• Assists with the movement of medical equipment, supplies, and documents as needed to support patient care.
• Provides excellent customer service, offering reassurance and support to patients and families during transport.
• Documents transport activities accurately, updating logs or electronic systems as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare or patient support role required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and provide compassionate care.
• Basic knowledge of patient transport safety techniques and infection control measures.
• Physical stamina to lift, move, and transport patients safely.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support completed by the end of orientation period required

Job Info

• Job Identification 170641
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 11/10/2026, 05:21 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day