Patient Transport 1

Job Details

Kettering Health Main Campust | Kettering | Resource (PRN) (As Needed) | Varied Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Patient Transport I role supports patient care by safely and efficiently moving patients between hospital departments, ensuring comfort, dignity, and timely access to services. This position helps maintain operational reliability and upholds safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards throughout all transport activities. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

Required Work Experience:

• No prior experience required
• on-the-job training provided

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Skills:

• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and staff
• Demonstrated attention to safety and infection control protocols
• Ability to safely operate wheelchairs, stretchers, and related transport equipment
• Physical stamina to assist with patient movement and transport
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer or mobile device skills for documentation and communication
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience in a healthcare, hospital, or patient care setting preferred

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred