Patient Transporter - NCH - Days - Per Diem

1201 Northwest Community Hospital; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay

Holiday pay

Incentive pay

Annual raises

Career growth

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Savings plan

HSA options

Company match 401k

PTO & holidays

Community involvement

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Patient Transport team member for Arlington Heights, IL. The role is part-time/per diem with day and weekend shifts, including rotating weekends and holidays. The position emphasizes safe patient movement and collaboration with clinical staff to support hospital operations.

The role requires a high school diploma and CPR/BLS certification within 3 months, plus AED training within 3 months. Competitive hourly pay applies, with benefits available for eligible positions.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification: CPR BLS within 3 months of hire.
• AED training within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and efficiently within the hospital; include admissions, discharges, and unit-to-testing transports.
• Transport equipment and supplies as needed to support department and hospital missions.
• Coordinate with nursing staff, physicians, and patients to ensure smooth transport.
• Adhere to safety and body mechanics guidelines during patient handling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability to change

Body mechanics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR BLS

AED training

Job description

Position Highlights

Position: Patient Transport

Location: Arlington Heights, IL

Part Time, Per Diem

Hours: 7am - 3:30pm with rotating weekends and holiday schedules

Hourly Pay Range: $18.23 - $25.52 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

What you will do

Reporting to Director of Patient Transport, is responsible for the safe and efficient physical transport of patients within the hospital including admission and discharge transports, unit to diagnostic testing department transports and return trips. May be required to transport equipment and supplies necessary to support the mission of the department and/or the hospital.

What you will need

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Certification: CPR BLS (American Heart Association healthcare provider) within 3 months of hire
• AED training within 3 months of hire

Unique or Preferred Skills

• The interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact in a positive manner with patients, their families, nursing staff and physicians.
• The verbal and written English skills necessary to clearly and effectively communicate information.
• The organizational skills necessary to prioritize and complete transport tasks in a timely manner.
• Responds positively to changes and shows willingness to learn new ways to accomplish tasks in an efficient manner.
• The ability to use and apply correct body mechanics when positioning and transporting patients.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

About Endeavor Health

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time.

We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.