Transporter - Centralized Transport - Evenings

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Patient Transport role to support movement of patients between departments. You will work under the supervision of the Director or designee and coordinate with nursing staff to maintain continuity of care during transport.

No prior experience is required; a High School Diploma is required. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and clear communication with patients and coworkers in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience not required.
• Ability to lift and move patients.
• Good communication with patients, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from departments throughout the hospital.
• Coordinate with nursing staff to ensure continuity of care during transport.
• Ensure patient and equipment safety during transport.

Skills

Lifting patients

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1156 Centralized Patient Transport SGFScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:2:00 PM - 10:30 PMWork Shift:Evening Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthJob Description:Under the direct supervision of the Director or designee performs those duties directly involved with the transport of patients to and from departments / units throughout the hospital. Interacts with nursing personnel to assure continuance of care during the transport process. Assumes responsibility for patients, equipment, and functions. Education: Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience: No experience required Skills: Must be physically capable of lifting and moving patients. Must have good communication skills with patients, visitors, and co-workers. Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A