Patient Transporter

Banner Health

Patient Transporter responsible for safely transporting patients throughout the facility and assisting with patient handling. Contributes to patient care and support in a leading health system.

Posted 7/31/2026part-timeMesa • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient transport, safety procedures, and effective communication within a clinical environment. Possesses essential certifications and skills to ensure compliance with health and safety protocols.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BLS CertificationPatient Transport TechniquesInfection Control ProceduresComputer SkillsInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Patient HandlingSafety Equipment UsageSupply RestockingClerical DutiesDisinfection Procedures

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem Solving SkillsEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Computer SystemGolf Cart Operation

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CertificationArizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Industry Keywords

Patient CareClinical Staff CommunicationFast Paced EnvironmentTransfer TechniquesDepartment Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Transports patients safely and efficiently between various departments following appropriate transfer techniques and proper isolation/infection control procedures.
Validates patients’ identity based on established department protocol.
Remains alert to patient condition and promptly communicates changes to clinical staff.
Assists with patient handling and lifting using appropriate patient safety equipment and appropriate safety procedures.
Provides distribution services of requested items between various departments as needed in accordance with established procedures that may include medications.
Responds to all job calls in a timely manner.
May utilize computer system to track and update requests.
Communicates status updates and location information as required in accordance with department protocols to help facilitate work flow.
Collects, cleans and disinfects patient care equipment and all other reusable items.
May perform supply restocking or assume clerical duties of assigned area as necessary.
May be required to operate golf cart to provide distribution services.
May be required to transport deceased persons to the facility morgue.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Certification for BLS is required.
Requires interpersonal skills to operate in a direct patient contact environment.
Ability to interpret verbal and written information/instructions and effectively communicate with others.
Must demonstrate basic knowledge of computer skills, organizational skills, problem solving skills, and ability to function with minimal direction in a fast paced environment.
If required by facility, may be required to possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company’s auto insurance policy.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive wages
Paid orientation
Flexible Schedules (select positions)
Fewer Shifts Cancelled
Weekly pay
403(b) Pre-tax retirement
Resources for living (Employee Assistance Program)
MyWell-Being (Wellness program)
Discount Entertainment tickets
Restaurant/Shopping discounts