Transport Aide

Watauga Medical Center•Boone, NC

61d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

As a Transport Aide at UNC Health Appalachian, you play an essential role in helping patients access the care they need. You'll work closely with clinical teams to ensure safe, timely movement of patients to diagnostic testing, procedures, inpatient units, and discharge locations. This position blends patient interaction, teamwork, and hands-on support — making you a critical part of the patient experience. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Boone offers exceptional outdoor recreation, a vibrant local community, and a high quality of life for professionals and families alike. Ready to support patient care in a meaningful, hands-on role? Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian as a Transport Aide and make a lasting difference.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Experience in a hospital or healthcare environment preferred.
CPR certification required (can be obtained upon hire).
Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Ability to read, write, and count.
Demonstrated emotional intelligence, teamwork, and customer service.
Dependability, punctuality, and physical capability to perform strenuous tasks.
Ability to lift, position, pull, push, and transfer up to or greater than 300 pounds using proper equipment and techniques.
Manual dexterity, mobility, and the ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods.
Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, turning, and reaching.
Regular exposure to bloodborne diseases, hazardous equipment, chemicals, and unpleasant elements (slippery/uneven surfaces).
Irregular hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Continuous standing and walking for 8+ hour shifts.
Frequent patient mobilization 4+ hours per shift.
Frequent close eye work, repetition of hand/finger movements, and exposure to soft voices within >3 feet.
Infrequent exposure to ionizing or non-ionizing radiation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospital or healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely transport patients throughout the hospital using wheelchairs, stretchers, Hoyer lifts, and other mobility devices.
Assist patients entering and exiting beds, vehicles, and wheelchairs using proper techniques and equipment.
Support patient check-in and discharge by greeting patients, offering mobility assistance, and coordinating access to transportation.
Communicate with transport dispatch and collaborate with nursing teams to ensure efficient workflows.
Maintain patient dignity, comfort, and safety during all transports.
Assist with moving non-clinical equipment as needed, following safety guidelines.
Monitor lobby and parking areas to identify and assist patients and visitors requiring support.