Patient Transporter PRN

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Patient Transporter you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

We are looking for someone to cover 8 to 12 hour shifts as needed during our department hours which are Monday through Friday 5am to 11pm and Saturday/Sunday 7am to 9pm.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Patient Transporter efficiently and effectively transports patients, patient belongings, prosthetics, and equipment to required appropriate locations within the facility following standard safety, hospital, and department policies. The Transporter is a highly visible role in the hospital; therefore, you must always greet and offer assistance to customers throughout your work day.

What you will do in this role: 

• You will assist clinical personnel in transferring patients to and from beds, wheelchairs, or stretchers.

• You will transport patients safely in wheelchair, stretcher, or ambulating facing forward, side rails up and at a safe pace. 

• You will utilize appropriate positioning aides/devices to provide safety and comfort to the patient. 

• You will be responsible for the transporting of items with the patient or separately such as oxygen or IV stands. 

• You will maintain therapeutic communication with patient. 

• You will assist in departmental cleaning and maintenance of supplies. 

• You will assist in the movement of medical equipment within the facility. 

• You will transport specimen, lab and pharmacy items, and equipment. 

What qualifications you may need: 

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred 

• A current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider is required or must be obtained within 30 days of employment

• Prior Healthcare and/or Customer Service experience preferred

Benefits

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits  for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,  including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work  programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support  through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits  for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position. 

Trident Medical Center – Facility Overview

Founded in 1975, Trident Medical Center has been serving patients and families throughout Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties for 50 years. As a 320+ bed Level II Trauma Center, Trident provides comprehensive healthcare services, advanced specialty care, and 24/7 emergency treatment, earning recognition as the #1 Trauma Center in the Lowcountry .

Key Highlights

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• Award-winning Heart Center
• Home to the South Carolina Institute for Robotic Surgery
• Comprehensive breast health services through the Trident Breast Care Center
• Features the Joseph M. Still Burn Clinic, the region’s only outpatient burn clinic for patients of all ages
• Provides 24/7 Hospitalist and Intensivist coverage
• Healthgrades Five-Star recipient for cardiovascular care, neurosciences, critical care, and patient safety outcomes

Expanded Emergency Access
In addition to emergency departments at Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center, the health system operates four freestanding emergency rooms (FSERs) offering 24/7 emergency care:

• Brighton Park Emergency (Summerville)
• Centre Pointe Emergency (North Charleston)
• James Island Emergency (Charleston)
• Moncks Corner Medical Center (Berkeley County)
• Long Point Free Standing ED coming soon!

Together, these facilities provide convenient, around-the-clock access to emergency services across the greater Charleston region.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Patient Transporter PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status