Transporter - Medical Transport - Full Time

Guthrie; Towanda (Bradford County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO from Day 1

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company-?

Holiday Rotation

Supportive Team

Job summary

Guthrie Towanda Hospital is seeking a Medical Transporter to assist patients in safely getting to their destinations. The role requires operating wheelchair vans, lifts, and stretchers with care, while maintaining accurate paperwork and records.

Ideal candidates have CPR/BCLS and First Aid certifications, a valid driver's license, and the ability to communicate clearly. The job includes weekend and holiday rotations in a patient-focused team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs all paperwork and documentation.
• Identifies patient by asking patient to state name and date of birth prior to any treatment.
• Keeps familiar with equipment.
• Notifies proper authorities when applicable.
• Performs safe operation of vehicles and knows how to properly operate the lifts in the vans.
• Accurately secures wheelchairs in van.
• Accurately secures stretchers in van.
• Accurately secures safety belts on patients.
• Keeps familiar in the proper lifting, securing, and moving techniques of stretchers.
• Is able to perform CPR and basic first aid and to recognize an emergency situation.
• Vehicle transport.

Skills

CPR/BCLS

First Aid

Driver's License

Reading & Writing

Oral Communication

Written Records

Universal Precautions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Join Our Team as a Medical Transporter at Guthrie Towanda Hospital!

Looking for a job where you can make a real difference every day? At Guthrie Towanda Hospital, our Medical Transporters are the heartbeat of patient care—helping patients get where they need to go safely and with compassion. If you enjoy working with people, staying active, and being part of a supportive team, this is the perfect role for you!

About Guthrie Towanda Hospital

Guthrie Towanda Hospital is a 35-bed community hospital serving Bradford and Sullivan counties. As part of the Guthrie health system, we combine advanced care with a close-knit, patient-focused environment. Our team is committed to quality care and making a difference in the lives of our neighbors.

Position Details

• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours)
• Shifts: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Rotation: Includes weekends and holidays

Why Choose Guthrie?

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Insurance – Starts the 1st of the month after hire
• Generous PTO – Begin accruing from Day 1
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $7,500 annually after 90 days
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Invest in your future
• Consistent Schedule & Holiday Rotation – Enjoy work-life balance
• Friendly, Supportive Team – Work in a close-knit environment

Position Summary

Wheelchair Van/Stretcher/Ambulatory Rider accurately secures all wheelchairs and stretchers in vans. Properly operates the lifts on the vans and is able to operate all vehicles in the transport fleet.

Education, License & Cert

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience

Recommended maintains CPR or BCLS, and First Aid. Must have current valid driver’s license. Must be 21 years of age as per PA PUC requirement. Ability to read, write, and understand oral communication. Keeps neat/legible written records. Follows universal precautions and utilizes proper body mechanics. Is able to make timely decisions. Must be able to operate communication radios in all vans.

Essential Functions

• Accurately performs all paperwork and documentation.
• Identifies patient by asking patient to state name and date of birth prior to any treatment.
• Keeps familiar with equipment.
• Notifies proper authorities when applicable.
• Performs safe operation of vehicles and knows how to properly operate the lifts in the vans.
• Accurately secures wheelchairs in van.
• Accurately secures stretchers in van.
• Accurately secures safety belts on patients.
• Keeps familiar in the proper lifting, securing, and moving techniques of stretchers.
• Is able to perform CPR and basic first aid and to recognize an emergency situation.
• Vehicle transport.