Patient Transporter - PRN

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Patient Transporter safely moves patients throughout the facility, including to and from diagnostic testing, treatment areas, and discharge locations. The role ensures patient comfort, safety, dignity, and confidentiality during transport and communicates with healthcare teams to facilitate patient care. The position also supports care delivery by moving equipment, supplies, and documents, maintaining clean transport equipment, and documenting transport activities.

Requirements

0–1 years of experience in a healthcare or patient support role.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and provide compassionate care.
Basic knowledge of patient transport safety techniques and infection control measures.
Physical stamina to lift, move, and transport patients safely.
Ability to follow directions and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification completed by the end of the orientation period.

Responsibilities

Transport patients safely between departments while maintaining their comfort and dignity.
Assist patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds, using proper lifting techniques and equipment to prevent injury.
Communicate with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers to coordinate and prioritize transport needs.
Clean and sanitize transport equipment in accordance with infection control protocols.
Follow patient-handling and transport safety guidelines and promptly report concerns or incidents.
Move medical equipment, supplies, and documents as needed to support patient care.
Provide customer service, reassurance, and support to patients and families during transport.
Accurately document transport activities in logs or electronic systems as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.