Transport Tech 1

IL_LUHS Loyola University Medical Center; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Melrose Park, IL is seeking a Patient Transport Associate to safely transport patients between nursing units and departments, operate transport elevators, and ensure patient comfort and dignity. The role requires strong communication, teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to safety in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Paid hourly, with range $16.94–$19.28, and compensation based on experience, location, licensure, and similar roles.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• Patient-focused mindset with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Reliability, professionalism, and a commitment to safety and service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely between nursing units, diagnostic areas, and departments.
• Operate designated patient transport elevators to ensure efficiency and comfort.
• Maintain patient dignity and provide respectful service.
• Communicate transport status clearly with the dispatcher and nursing staff.
• Follow safety procedures and report any equipment issues promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Professionalism

Safety awareness

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

What You'll Do:

• Patient Transport & Experience Safely and courteously transport patients between nursing units, diagnostic areas, and other departments
• Operate designated patient transport elevators to ensure efficiency and comfort
• Treat every patient and guest with dignity, empathy, and respect

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate all stages of patient transport clearly with the dispatcher
• Collaborate effectively with nursing staff, ancillary departments, and medical center personnel
• Proactively report delays, barriers, or service issues and elevate patient-experience concerns when needed

Safety First

• Prioritize patient, visitor, and coworker safety at all times
• Use transport equipment safely and correctly
• Immediately report unsafe equipment or practices to leadership

Accountability & Teamwork

• Deliver timely, reliable patient transport while meeting productivity expectations
• Attend required trainings, in‑services, and staff meetings
• Follow all departmental and hospital policies and procedures
• Take initiative to support continuous improvement across departments

Privacy & Professionalism

• Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Protect patient and guest privacy during all interactions and transports

What We're Looking For

• Preferred Education: GED or High School Diploma
• A patient-focused mindset with strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Reliability, professionalism, and a commitment to safety and service excellence

Compensation:

Salary Range: $16.94 - $19.28 per hour. Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits:

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.