Transporter II

Baptist Health; Lexington (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pet insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave (pets)

Retirement with Company Match

Job summary

Baptist Health in Alabama is seeking a dedicated Transporter for full-time day shifts to move patients, equipment, and supplies across the hospital. You will support patient care units with safe transfers and use EPIC for tracking tasks.

The role requires strong communication, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to handle physically demanding work while delivering compassionate service to patients and families.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain BLS within 30 days.
• Ability to operate wheelchairs and stretchers safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients via wheelchair, stretcher, bed, and chair to designated areas.
• Transports to morgue and documents on log.
• Functions independently through Patient Tracking in EPIC.
• Reports changes in patient condition to nurse or radiology technician.
• Explain lift/transfer to patient.
• Utilize EPIC to show progress of assigned job.

Skills

Patient transport

Communication

Safety protocols

Compassionate care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC system

Job description

Summary

Job Description

Transporter

Full-Time, Days

The Transport team is responsible for the transport of Baptist Health patients to radiology departments and upon discharge from the hospital. Transporters assist patient care units with maximum assistance transfers with appropriate utilization of mechanical lifts. Miscellaneous equipment such as beds, pumps, and recliners will also be delivered throughout the hospital by the Transport team upon request.

A hospital transporter is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of patients, equipment, and supplies within the hospital. Key duties include transporting patients to various departments, assisting with patient transfers, and ensuring timely delivery of medical equipment and supplies. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow safety protocols. The transporter must be compassionate, patient, and capable of handling physically demanding tasks, contributing to the overall efficiency and smooth operation of the hospital.

Job Description

• Transports patients via wheelchair, stretcher, bed, and Vess chair to and from clinical areas as requested through the Patient Tracking system to the designated area.
• Transports to morgue and documents on log.
• Functions independently through the use of Patient Tracking in EPIC.
• Reports changes in patient condition to nurse or radiology technician.
• Explain lift / transfer to patient.
• Use of EPIC system to show progress of assigned job.

Job Requirements

• High School/GED
• Must obtain BLS within 30 Days

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial assistance
• Retirement with Company Match

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.