Surgical Assist / Transporter

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Gadsden, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transporter / Surgical Assistant is responsible for safely moving and transporting patients throughout the facility, to and from the surgery areas. Ensures patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality during transport, while maintaining effective communication with healthcare teams to facilitate patient care. This role performs basic operative assistance such as positioning patients, and assisting with room turnover. Gadsden Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 346-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We are Joint Commission certified in hip and knee replacements and have top-rated programs in cardiology and emergency care. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden, Albertville, Attalla, Boaz, Fort Payne, Glencoe, Hokes Bluff, Jacksonville, Leesburg, Piedmont, Rainbow City, Southside, Steele, Wellington and surrounding communities.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
0-2 years of experience in a surgical, sterile processing, or patient care support role required
Must be within 30 minute arrival time, when on call
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of experience supporting perioperative services or working in a surgical setting preferred
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

Responsibilities

Transports patients safely between departments, maintaining patient comfort and dignity throughout the process.
Assists patients in and out of wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds, ensuring proper lifting techniques and use of equipment to prevent injury.
Communicates with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers to coordinate and prioritize patient transport needs.
Maintains a clean and sanitized environment for transport equipment, adhering to infection control protocols.
Assists with the movement of medical equipment, supplies, and documents as needed to support the Surgery Department
Performs basic operative assistance such as positioning patients, and assisting with room turnover.