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Springfield, OR · On-site

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internal Patient Transporter, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internal Patient Transporter, you need knowledge of patient safety procedures, basic healthcare protocols, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with transport equipment such as stretchers, wheelchairs, and hospital communication systems is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help ensure positive patient interactions and efficient service. These competencies are crucial for ensuring patient comfort, safety, and timely movement throughout healthcare facilities.

What are some common challenges faced by Internal Patient Transporters, and how can they be managed?

Internal Patient Transporters often encounter challenges such as navigating busy hospital corridors, coordinating with nursing staff, and ensuring patient comfort and safety during transfers. Effective communication and time management are essential, as transporters must balance urgent requests with scheduled transports. Developing a strong understanding of hospital layouts and protocols, along with maintaining a calm and reassuring demeanor for patients, can help manage these challenges successfully.

What are Internal Patient Transporters?

Internal Patient Transporters are healthcare workers responsible for safely moving patients within a hospital or medical facility. Their duties include transporting patients between departments, such as from their rooms to diagnostic areas, operating rooms, or discharge points. They often assist with the movement of medical equipment and ensure that patients are comfortable and secure during transit. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient hospital operations and supporting patient care.

What is the difference between Internal Patient Transporter vs Patient Care Technician?

AspectInternal Patient TransporterPatient Care Technician
CredentialsMinimal; often no formal certification requiredCPR certification; some roles may require CNA certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, patient transport areasPatient rooms, nursing stations, clinical areas
Job ResponsibilitiesTransporting patients safely within healthcare facilitiesAssisting with basic patient care and support

While both roles work within healthcare settings, Internal Patient Transporters focus on moving patients between departments, requiring minimal certifications. Patient Care Technicians provide direct patient support and may need specific certifications. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Internal Patient Transporter job openings in Oregon as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 6% Temporary. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution.
MRI Assistant / Patient Transporter

$21.66/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Job Title: MRI Assistant / Patient Transporter
Location: St Charles Hospital, Bend Oregon
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 5:00PM - 10:00PM
Pay Rate: starting rate $21.66 per hour DOE, education and internal equity
Position Type: Part Time
Benefits: 401K Retirement, Sick Time Off
Resume Required: No
Date Posted: 4/29/2026
Posting: Open until filled.
Job Summary
MRI Assistant / Patient Transporter provides patient transportation to and from the MRI Department, as requested with careful consideration of patient's condition and MRI eligibility screening as guided by the MRI technologist. The MRI Suite within St. Charles Health System's Diagnostic Imaging works to meet the MRI imaging needs of our community and supports the ED, ICU, NICU, and Inpatient Floors.
Reports to
Medical Assistant Supervisor and Chief Outpatient Operations Officer (COOO)
Supervision Exercised:
None
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
This position requires regular reliable attendance. This position requires a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, as the consequences of even a minor mistake can be significant for patients and providers. Other duties as assigned.
  1. Transports MRI patients to and from ED and inpatient areas via wheelchair, bed, or gurney.
  2. Follows established department procedures to accurately identify and transport the proper patient by verbally and visually checking patient identification and communicating with nursing staff.
  3. Assists patients in and out of bed using proper patient care and lifting techniques.
  4. Assist technologists with patient movement and positioning.
  5. Observes patient and equipment during transport and reports changes or unusual occurrences in patient's condition to sending and/or receiving clinical staff.
  6. Comforts patients and families, offering support and encouragement with the goal of alleviating anxiety and fear surrounding the MRI process.
  7. Advises those accompanying the patient regarding waiting areas, expected timelines, and procedure expectations.
  8. Aids with non-patient transport including but not limited to laboratory specimens, beds, and CDs.
  9. Follows safety protocols and infection control guidelines. Maintains safe and clean transport equipment.
  10. Stocks linens and maintains adequate inventory of supplies.
  11. Must be able to work around strong magnetic fields as the magnet is “always on”. Must not have presence of any internal metallic objects such as bullets or shrapnel, as well as surgical clips, pins, plates, screws, metal sutures, wire mesh, or any internal MRI unsafe devices, (i.e. pacemaker, etc.).
Education and Experience
Six months to one year of related healthcare experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred but, on the job training may be provided. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. CPR certification required.
Typical Physical Demands
These typical physical demands are required with or without accommodations
Stationary position
  • Must be able to remain in a standing position for up to 95% of a workday.
  • Sit to stand desks are available to all employees if the workstation has space to accommodate without obstruction to patients.
Move, Transport
  • Frequently assists in patient mobility. May often transport patients in wheelchairs, on a gurney, using a Hoyer Lift or Gimme-A-Lift device. Often transports diagnostic devices and patient care supplies of varying weights and occasionally moves paper/boxes of varying weights, up to 50 pounds.
Move or Transverse
  • Constantly moves about the inside of the office/exam rooms for patient care and to access supplies and various diagnostic/office machinery, etc.
Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position
  • Constantly operates diagnostic machines and/or other office productivity machinery, such as a computer, iPad, copy machine, printer, etc.
Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information, Monitor
  • Frequently communicate with physicians, patients and coworkers who have questions about exams, preparations, or other patient care needs.
  • Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Detect, Determine, Monitor, perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess
  • Must be able to visually see patient to position or assist and identify changes in patient’s wellbeing.
  • Must have the ability to read orders or other communications on the patient’s and clinic’s behalf.
Exposure to work
  • Normally works indoors.
  • Occasionally will take patients outdoors in the event we are using mobile scanners or transporting items to laboratories.
EEOC Statement
CORA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing employees with a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. Applications will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. Reasonable accommodation can and will be provided to any employee who needs accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job if the accommodation does not cause undue hardship.