Patient Transporter: Quick, Life-Saving Hospital Support

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefitsstart day 1

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Ongoing mentorship and leadership

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking a patient transport professional to move patients, documents, specimens and equipment across hospital departments. The role requires prompt responses to emergencies and adherence to safety and confidentiality standards.

The successful candidate will operate transport equipment, assist with patient movement and support care teams while maintaining a focus on patient experience and timely service delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some areas may prefer BLS certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, records, specimens and equipment to designated areas throughout the organization.
• Respond to emergency patient situations and initiate life-saving techniques such as CPR as needed.
• Move patients using wheelchairs, beds and diagnostic equipment with minimal disruption to care.
• Maintain patient transport-related equipment and coordinate with care teams while ensuring confidentiality.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Emory Healthcare is seeking a patient transport professional to move patients, documents, specimens and equipment across hospital departments. The role requires prompt responses to emergencies and adherence to safety and confidentiality standards.

The successful candidate will operate transport equipment, assist with patient movement and support care teams while maintaining a focus on patient experience and timely service delivery.