Transport Specialist - Full-Time

Live Well Homecare; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks a dedicated patient transport provider based in Chicago to safely move patients inside and outside healthcare facilities. You will support transfers, assist with comfort, and ensure accurate patient identification while upholding privacy and safety standards.

This role emphasizes compassionate communication, reliable time management, and the ability to follow procedures. Paid training is provided, and benefits include employee assistance and personal development

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of patient‑facing experience in healthcare.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or the ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Strong customer focus, communication, time management, and compassion skills.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely, assisting with transfers and ensuring comfort.
• Handle equipment, medical specimens, and records according to protocols.
• Offer emotional support and communicate respectfully with patients.
• Follow safety standards to prevent injuries and errors.
• Adhere to healthcare regulations and participate in training to maintain professionalism.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Customer focus

Communication

Time management

Compassion

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves safely transporting patients within and outside the healthcare facility, providing compassionate support to ease patient anxiety, and handling medical equipment, specimens, and records following proper procedures. The role requires following safety protocols, ensuring accurate patient identification, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations to support a positive organizational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely, assisting with transfers and ensuring comfort
• Handle equipment, medical specimens, and records according to protocols
• Offer emotional support and communicate respectfully with patients
• Follow safety standards to prevent injuries and errors
• Adhere to healthcare regulations and participate in training to maintain professionalism

Qualifications & Skills

• At least 1 year of patient‑facing experience in healthcare
• Current CPR/BLS certification or the ability to obtain within 30 days
• Strong customer focus, communication, time management, and compassion skills

Additional Information

Paid training is provided for this role. The position is based in Chicago, with benefits including employee assistance and personal development opportunities.