Patient Transporter

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Gadsden, AL seeks a Patient Transporter to safely move patients across departments, ensuring comfort and confidentiality during transfers.

You will assist with wheelchairs and stretchers, coordinate with nurses and physicians, and maintain clean transport equipment in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role requires a High School diploma, BCLS certification by orientation, and 0-1 years of healthcare or patient support experience.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a healthcare or patient support role is expected.
• BCLS certification must be completed by the end of orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients safely between departments while maintaining comfort and dignity.
• Assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds with proper lifting techniques.
• Communicates with nursing staff, physicians and other providers to coordinate transport needs.
• Maintains a clean, sanitized transport environment and follows infection control protocols.
• Reports safety concerns or incidents promptly and documents transport activities accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Patient transport safety

Infection control

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