Full-time Illinois Patient Transport Technician Peoria

Advanced Medical Transport•Peoria, IL

6d•$19 - $19

About The Position

Advanced Medical Transport (AMT), a private, not-for-profit organization serving Central and Western Illinois and parts of Iowa, is hiring a full-time Patient Transport Technician for its Illinois Patient Transfer team in Peoria. The role involves compassionate, safe, and efficient transportation of adult behavioral health patients between facilities, supporting hospitals, patients, and families across Illinois. Shifts and hours vary during the week, with alternating weekends. Transports are assigned throughout scheduled shifts, and technicians commonly work beyond their scheduled shift end times.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Illinois driver's license.
Pass a drug screen.
Minimum of two years of full-time experience; experience in transportation, mental health services, security, or direct patient care is preferred.
Complete introductory mental health training within six months of hire.
Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and procedures for patient supervision and transportation.
Demonstrate the demeanor and knowledge needed to supervise and document patient behavior.
Maintain safe driving practices by consistently following traffic rules.
Pass a post-offer physical.

Nice To Haves

Experience in transportation, mental health services, security, or direct patient care.

Responsibilities

Supervise patients assigned for transportation.
Use de-escalation techniques and aggression-prevention strategies when necessary.
Assist healthcare facility staff in escorting patients and their belongings to and from the vehicle at originating and receiving facilities.
Ensure company and patient-contact paperwork is accurate and complete.
Maintain responsibility for equipment and supplies listed on company vehicle check-off sheets and inventory requirements.
Maintain a current Illinois driver's license in accordance with applicable state requirements.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
Help promote a positive company image.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

403(b) account with 50% company match.
Paid time off.
Six paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Payroll direct deposit.
Furnished uniforms.
Paid continuing education.
Tuition reimbursement.
Sign-on bonuses for clinical positions.
Employee Assistance Program.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
Flexible spending or HSA accounts.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Fitness center memberships.