Patient Transporter - PRN

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center in Fairlawn, OH is seeking a patient transport sitter to support patients and families with transportation and non-medical assistance. The role involves moving patients safely, helping with transfers and discharges, and providing information at the point of care.

The position emphasizes compassionate customer service, strong communication, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Experience: healthcare, transportation or customer service preferred.
• Certifications: BLS within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely throughout the hospital.
• Assist with transfers, discharges, and movement between beds.
• Create a welcoming and supportive experience for patients and families.
• Provide non-medical information and wayfinding assistance to patients and visitors.
• Monitor assigned patients during sitter duties, maintaining observation.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Join Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center At Crystal Clinic, we're committed to helping patients move better through exceptional orthopedic care. Join a collaborative team where your expertise makes a direct impact on patient outcomes every day.

Essentials Schedule: Minimum 24 hours per month, Variable schedule Monday-Saturday 9AM-7PM

Location: Fairlawn, OHSpecialty: Inpatient, Transportation

What You'll Do

• Transport patients safely throughout the hospital, including nursing units, diagnostic areas, physician offices, and other care locations.
• Assist with patient transfers, discharges, and movement between beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
• Create a welcoming and supportive experience for patients and families through compassionate, customer-focused service.
• Provide non-medical assistance and general information to patients and visitors, including wayfinding and transportation support.
• Monitor assigned patients while performing sitter duties, maintaining continuous observation as directed.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Previous healthcare, transportation, or customer service experience preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, perform basic math functions, work collaboratively, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Certifications: BLS certification required within six (6) months of hire.