Transporter

Join Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, a 175-bed, Joint Commission–accredited community hospital that serves as a critical healthcare hub in the region. Vaughan delivers a full complement of hospital services, including emergency care, to the Black Belt area of southern Alabama. As part of ScionHealth, Vaughan combines system strength with strong local impact so that you can make your mark where your work truly matters.

Job Summary

The Transporter is responsible for the safe and timely movement of patients, equipment, and supplies throughout the hospital. This role plays a vital part in patient care by ensuring individuals are transported with dignity and care, while maintaining compliance with hospital safety protocols and customer service standards.

Essential Functions

• Transport patients using wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds to designated locations, including surgical suites, imaging areas, and discharge points.
• Assist patients in entering and exiting transport equipment safely, including those with IV pumps, oxygen tanks, and monitoring devices
• Deliver medical equipment and specimens to various departments as requested
• Assist staff in the transport of deceased patients to the morgue
• Provide directions and information to patients, visitors, and staff courteously
• Maintain transport equipment cleanliness and report any maintenance issues
• Complete transport documentation accurately and promptly

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service
• Ability to operate transport equipment and follow safety protocols
• Capacity to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and maneuvering patients and equipment
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a busy healthcare environment
• Dependable and professional with a calm demeanor in stressful situations
• Basic computer or electronic documentation proficiency

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Experience

• Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred