Patient Transporter Days PRN

Community Health Systems; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Patient Transporter to safely move patients throughout the Knoxville facility, ensuring comfort, dignity and confidentiality while communicating with care teams.

You will assist with transfers, follow infection control protocols, and document activities. This is a part-time role with day shifts; BCLS certification is required by orientation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BCLS certification required by orientation.
• Prior healthcare or patient support experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely between departments.
• Assist with transfers from wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Coordinate with nursing staff, physicians, and other care providers.
• Maintain clean transport equipment and logs; adhere to infection control protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Infection control

Patient transport safety

Lifting techniques

Education

High School Diploma

BCLS Certification

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 166485
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/30/2026, 06:31 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 10820 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37934, US