Patient Transporter - Patient Transport - Per Diem Union, Non

Patient Transporter - Patient Transport - Per Diem 8 Hours Days (7:00AM to 3:30PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

Keck Medicine of USC is seeking a Patient Transporter to safely and efficiently move patients to and from clinical units and diagnostic/treatment areas. The role is under the supervision of an RN and requires adherence to infection control, safety, and performance improvement initiatives.

• Assists personnel with transfers, turning and positioning of patients.
• Maintains and locates gurneys, wheelchairs and other essential equipment within the hospital.
• Maintains and organizes bed storage areas.
• Keeps hallways and utility rooms clear of equipment and clutter to maintain safety.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional development and practice.
• Carries assigned cell phone and pager and responds to calls and/or pages in a timely manner.
• Disassembles and returns traction equipment to proper storage areas; obtains and sets up traction equipment.
• Picks up and delivers blood products from the Blood Bank and specimens to lab.
• Responds to Code Blue emergency to assist with chest compressions as directed by MD or ACLS RN.
• Responds to Code Stroke by transferring patient to the radiology department within a timely manner.
• Responds to Emergency Codes.
• Participates in performance improvement and quality planning activities.
• Promotes unity and teamwork among co-workers by maintaining a positive attitude and working relationships.
• Transfers patients to the Viewing Room or Morgue; assists with setup of the viewing room.
• Utilizes the Tele Tracking Transport System correctly and effectively.

• Education – Ability to read and write at an 8th grade level. Testing required.
• Preferred Education – High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Work Experience – Prefer minimum of one-year recent experience in an acute care hospital.
• Licenses and Certifications – Basic Life Support (required).
• Pay Transparency – Hourly rate range $21.00 – $25.44. Factors considered include scope and responsibilities, work experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, laws, and market conditions.

Full‑time, 8‑hour days (7:00 AM ‑ 3:30 PM), union, non‑exempt. Position . Posted: 12/23/2025.