Patient Transporter - Full time - days

Northwest Health; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health in Valparaiso, IN, is seeking a Patient Transporter to safely move patients between departments, ensuring comfort, dignity, and confidentiality while coordinating with nursing and physicians to support patient care.

You will assist patients in and out of wheelchairs or beds, maintain infection control, document activities, and provide excellent customer service to patients and families. BCLS certification is required by the end of orientation.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills suitable for compassionate patient care.
• Effective communication with nursing staff, physicians and healthcare teams.
• Basic knowledge of patient transport safety techniques and infection control measures.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients safely between departments while maintaining comfort and dignity.
• Assists patients in/out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds with proper lifting technique.
• Communicates with nursing staff and physicians to coordinate transport needs.
• Keeps transport equipment clean and sanitized; adheres to infection control protocols.
• Follows safety guidelines for patient handling and reports concerns promptly.
• Moves medical equipment, supplies, and documents as needed to support patient care.
• Documents transport activities accurately in logs or electronic systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Infection control

Physical stamina

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