Patient Transporter, Hospital – Critical Care Support

University of Southern California; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital seeks a Patient Transporter to move patients safely between units and diagnostic areas. You will assist with transfers, respond to code situations, and maintain equipment and cleanliness across the unit.

Minimum reading/writing at an 8th grade level is required; Basic Life Support is mandatory, and about one year of acute care experience is preferred. The role offers on-site scheduling and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write at an 8th grade level.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Prefer minimum 1 year of acute care hospital experience.
• Comfort operating patient transport equipment and coordinating moves.

Responsibilities

• Assists with transfers, turning and positioning of patients.
• Transports patients via gurney, bed, or wheelchair.
• Responds to codes and supports infection control and safety standards.
• Maintains equipment and bed storage areas; supports unit teamwork.

Skills

Verbal communication

Non-verbal communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

8th grade reading/writing

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

TeleTracking Transport System

Job description

University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital seeks a Patient Transporter to move patients safely between units and diagnostic areas. You will assist with transfers, respond to code situations, and maintain equipment and cleanliness across the unit.

Minimum reading/writing at an 8th grade level is required; Basic Life Support is mandatory, and about one year of acute care experience is preferred. The role offers on-site scheduling and a supportive team environment.