Transporter | Part-time | Noon-Midnight

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Patient Transporter (Part-Time, 20 Hours/Week)

Noon to Midnight 20 hours per week Every other weekend Every other holiday Make a Difference in Every Patient's Journey As a Patient Transporter, you play a vital role in the patient experience by ensuring patients, equipment, supplies, and medications are transported safely and efficiently throughout the hospital. This position offers the opportunity to interact with patients, caregivers, and clinical teams while helping support the delivery of exceptional care.

If you enjoy staying active, working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and making a direct impact on patient care, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities Patient Transport Safely transport patients and necessary equipment between nursing units, treatment areas, diagnostic departments, and other designated locations. Ensure timely and accurate transportation while maintaining patient comfort, dignity, and safety.

Assist in moving adjunct equipment needed for patient care. Supply & Medication Delivery Deliver supplies, equipment, medications, and other materials to patient care areas and hospital departments in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure proper medication handoff procedures are followed when delivering medications to nursing staff.

Equipment Maintenance Inspect, clean, and disinfect transportation equipment according to established department procedures. Help maintain a safe, clean, and efficient transport environment. Documentation & Communication Accurately document transportation activities using the Transport Tracking System and other department tools.

Report transportation issues, delays, or unusual situations to department leadership as appropriate. Maintain clear communication with nursing staff, clinical teams, and fellow employees to support efficient patient flow. Customer Service Excellence Provide compassionate, courteous service to patients, families, visitors, and staff.

Maintain a professional demeanor and positive attitude in every interaction. Serve as an important part of the healthcare team by helping create a welcoming and supportive environment for patients.

UPMC? Be part of a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to patient-centered care. Gain valuable experience in a hospital setting.

Stay active throughout your workday. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. Build relationships with healthcare professionals across multiple departments.

What We're Looking For Successful candidates are dependable, customer-focused individuals who: Enjoy helping others. Communicate effectively with patients and staff. Thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Can manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail. Demonstrate professionalism and compassion in every interaction. a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous customer service, healthcare, patient transport, hospitality, or related experience preferred.

Ability to safely operate transport equipment and follow established patient transport procedures. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to safety, accuracy, and customer service.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, visitors, and healthcare team members. Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and compassionate patient care. Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently while remaining a collaborative team member.

Ability to safely transport patients and equipment throughout the facility. Understanding of patient privacy, confidentiality, and safety practices. May work in areas where medications are stored and may transport medications during patient transport activities.

Medication transportation is limited to transfers between designated departments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Licensure & Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required. CPR certification must meet American Heart Association (AHA) standards and include both didactic instruction and hands-on skills demonstration within 30 days of hire.

Clearances The following clearances are required: Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting Clearance (with renewal) Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance (with renewal) Act 34 Criminal Background Check (with renewal) Act 73 FBI Clearance (with renewal) UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran