Patient Transporter - PRN

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Part-time Patient Transporter to move patients between departments and to testing areas while maintaining comfort, safety and confidentiality. The role supports clinical teams and requires good communication and a compassionate approach.

The position emphasizes safe lifting, infection control, and reliable attendance; BCLS certification is required by end of orientation. Evening shift, high school graduate, part-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and compassionate patient care abilities.
• Ability to communicate with nursing staff, physicians and other providers.
• Physical stamina to lift/move patients and operate equipment safely.

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 to coordinate transport needs.
• Maintains clean and sanitized transport equipment in accordance with infection control.
• Follows safety guidelines and reports concerns promptly.
• Documents transport activities in logs or electronic systems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication with healthcare teams

Patient care

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

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 170235
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 11/08/2026, 05:00 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 7950 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46804, US