Patient Transporter: Safe, Efficient Hospital Mobility

MLK Community Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare is seeking a Transporter to assist nursing staff by locating equipment, placing patients into vehicles, and transporting specimens to the lab across the hospital campus. The role requires safe handling of wheelchairs and gurneys, adherence to infection control, and accurate documentation of daily activities.

The position supports overall productivity and requires a High School diploma, Customer Service experience, and Basic Life Support (BLS).

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Previous transporter or patient transport experience in acute care is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff by transporting patients, locating equipment, and obtaining charts or information as required.
• Transport patients by wheelchair or gurney and deliver specimens to the lab in a timely and safe manner.
• Maintain equipment and keep logs; prepare and submit productivity reports.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and patient rights policies.
• Deliver oxygen to all departments as needed.

Skills

Customer service

BLS

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

MLK Community Healthcare is seeking a Transporter to assist nursing staff by locating equipment, placing patients into vehicles, and transporting specimens to the lab across the hospital campus. The role requires safe handling of wheelchairs and gurneys, adherence to infection control, and accurate documentation of daily activities.

The position supports overall productivity and requires a High School diploma, Customer Service experience, and Basic Life Support (BLS).