Job Summary
The Patient Transport Assistant supports safe and timely movement of patients throughout the hospital. The role combines hands-on transport assistance with dispatch coordination, equipment handling, and elevator operation for both routine and emergency needs.
Responsibilities
- Transport patients safely between hospital locations and respond to routine or emergency transport needs.
- Handle and manage medical equipment, including traction and suction devices, during patient transfers.
- Assist nursing staff as needed to support patient care and movement.
- Perform dispatch duties and coordinate requests for patient transport and care-related assistance.
- Operate hospital elevators to facilitate patient and equipment transport.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Physical ability to lift and move equipment and carry out other transport-related tasks.
- Sound judgment and the ability to set priorities effectively.
UPMC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
