Patient Transporter - Full time - days

Community Health Systems; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems seeks a Patient Transporter to safely move patients throughout the facility, ensuring comfort, safety, and confidentiality. You will coordinate with healthcare teams to prioritize transport needs and maintain equipment hygiene while upholding infection control standards.

The role requires 0-1 years of healthcare experience and a BCLS certification by the end of orientation. This position is full-time and on-site in Valparaiso, Indiana, supporting patient care across

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Transports patients safely between departments while maintaining comfort and dignity.
• Assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds using proper lifting techniques.
• Communicates with nursing staff, physicians and others to coordinate transport needs.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of transport equipment per infection control protocols.
• Documents transport activities accurately in logs or electronic systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

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 167230
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/11/2026, 04:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day