Radiology Patient Transport Specialist

Novant Health; North Carolina; On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a patient transport/escort professional to safely move patients between the Radiology Department, Laboratory, Emergency Department and other hospital units. You will monitor patient status, communicate with nursing staff, and ensure smooth handoffs throughout the facility.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and preferably 1 year of clinical experience. You will follow isolation policies, operate transport equipment, and contribute to excellent patient care

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients safely to and from the Radiology Department, Laboratory, Emergency Department and other units.
• Monitors patient status and communicates changes to nursing staff.
• Handles patient movement and equipment while following isolation and safety policies.
• Maintains proper use of transport equipment and reports any malfunctions.
• Produces/records data such as transport times and hand-off communications.
• Acts as a resource to nursing, radiology and lab personnel to coordinate transportation needs.

Skills

Patient transport

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Observation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Novant Health is seeking a patient transport/escort professional to safely move patients between the Radiology Department, Laboratory, Emergency Department and other hospital units. You will monitor patient status, communicate with nursing staff, and ensure smooth handoffs throughout the facility.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and preferably 1 year of clinical experience. You will follow isolation policies, operate transport equipment, and contribute to excellent patient care