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Patient Transporter

EmoryAtlanta, GA

About The Position

Responsible for transporting patients, medical records, specimens, and equipment throughout the organization. Plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety, efficiency of care delivery, and a positive patient experience.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: May be required upon hire in some areas May be provided post-hire in others
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Responsibilities

  • Transport patients, records, specimens, and equipment to designated locations within the organization.
  • Respond promptly to emergency patient situations and initiate life-saving techniques, including CPR and crisis management.
  • Maintain all required lifesaving certifications.
  • Safely transfer patients to and from wheelchairs, beds, and diagnostic equipment with minimal disruption.
  • Utilize patient tracking and information systems to receive, document, dispatch, and complete transport requests.
  • Maintain and manage transport-related equipment; coordinate service requests as needed.
  • Collaborate with patients, providers, nursing staff, and imaging services teams to support care delivery.
  • Operate patient stretcher lifts in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
  • Safeguard patient belongings and maintain strict confidentiality of patient information.
  • Comply with MRI safety protocols, including use of MRI-compatible equipment (for Radiology roles).
  • Complete required training in: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use Safe patient handling and movement techniques Care and operation of patient equipment (e.g., telemetry boxes, IV pumps, oxygen tanks)
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
  • Family-focused benefits
  • Wellness incentives
  • Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

11-50 employees

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