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Transporter - Medical Transport - Per Diem

Towanda, PA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

As a Medical Transporter at Guthrie Towanda Hospital, you'll play a handson role in supporting patient care-helping individuals get safely and comfortably to the places they need to be during their ...

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As a Medical Transport Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting patients while providing excellent customer service. This role requires strong driving skills. You will utilize your ...

Transporter - Medical Transport - Per Diem

Towanda, PA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

As a Medical Transporter at Guthrie Towanda Hospital, you'll play a handson role in supporting patient care-helping individuals get safely and comfortably to the places they need to be during their ...

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How much do medical transport jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical transport in the United States is $17.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical transport?

A Medical Transport job involves safely transporting patients, medical equipment, or supplies between healthcare facilities, homes, or other locations. Responsibilities may include assisting patients in and out of vehicles, ensuring their comfort and safety, and following proper medical protocols during transport. Some roles require specialized training in handling medical emergencies or working with non-emergency transport services.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a medical transport worker?

In a Medical Transport role, your daily responsibilities often include safely driving patients to and from medical appointments, hospitals, or care facilities while assisting them as needed during boarding and disembarking. You may also handle basic patient documentation, communicate regularly with dispatchers, and ensure the vehicle is clean, well-maintained, and stocked with necessary medical equipment. The job requires both driving and interaction with patients of various needs and conditions, making flexibility and attention to detail important. By ensuring safe, timely, and compassionate transport, you play a crucial part in supporting patient health and the smooth operation of healthcare services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in medical transport, and why are they important?

To thrive in Medical Transport, you need a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, knowledge of basic patient care, and often certification in CPR or first aid. Familiarity with specialized vehicles such as ambulances or wheelchair vans, as well as communication systems like dispatch radios or GPS navigation, is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help you provide compassionate service to patients and effective coordination with healthcare staff. These skills are vital to ensure patient safety, dependable service, and efficient transport in urgent or sensitive situations.

How to become a medical transport carrier?

To become a medical transport carrier, individuals typically need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and may require a commercial driver's license (CDL) depending on the vehicle size. Training in patient handling, safety protocols, and sometimes certification in CPR or first aid is also beneficial. Additionally, carriers must comply with healthcare regulations and vehicle requirements set by local authorities.

How to get a job as a medical transport?

To work as a medical transport driver, you typically need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and sometimes a commercial driver's license (CDL) depending on the vehicle. Certification in CPR and first aid, along with a background check and medical exam, are often required. Experience in healthcare or driving emergency vehicles can improve job prospects.

Is medical transport a good career?

Medical transport involves safely moving patients to healthcare facilities and requires good communication, driving skills, and often a valid driver's license. It can offer stable employment and opportunities for advancement, but may involve irregular hours and physical demands. Overall, it can be a rewarding career for those interested in healthcare support and transportation services.
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Infographic showing various Medical Transport job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,332 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Medical Transport Paramedic PRN

Research Medical Center

Olathe, KS • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

NEW RATE INCREASE!

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Medical Transport Paramedic with Research Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Medical Transport (MT) Paramedic will operate on

the Medical Transport Services’ Team. The primary duty of the MT Paramedic will be the safe and effective treatment and transport of HCA patients. The MT Paramedic will respond to Transfer Center requests, prioritize patient care, coordinate with other healthcare providers, and facilitate transport appropriately. 

What you will do in this role:

  • Responds to MT Services requests for the transport of patients from the TCC
  • Provides care in the out of hospital setting, serving as the primary care provider during transport
  • Assesses, plans, implements intervention, and evaluates the appropriate level of patient care according to Florida scope of practice, EMS Protocols, and emergency department policies and procedures 
  • Performs diverse duties within the Emergency Department involving an extensive knowledge of protocols, medical techniques, equipment, and the use of a wide range of procedures 
  • Maintains competence in thorough patient care documentation and use of both EMS PCR and ED software 
  • Performs hand off reports at facility destinations and reports appropriately to nursing staff and ED physicians 
  • Ensures readiness of ambulance and all associated equipment for service 
  • Attends meetings and in-services as required by departmental policy 

What qualifications you will need:

  • Associates Degree in Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic or a Certificate of program completion in Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic) is required 
  •  Missouri/Kansas Certification required 
  • ACLS-American Heart Association or American Red Cross ACLS provider card required 
  • PALS-American Heart Association or American Red Cross PALS provider card (required within 180 days) 
  • EVOC-Emergency Vehicle Operations Course completion certificate, or equivalent (required within 30 days) 
  • FEMA-100, 200, 700, 800 preferred 
  • ITLS-International Trauma Life Support provider card preferred 
  • State Driver’s License Required 
  • CC-P or FP-C from an ISCB accredited program preferred.
  • ASLS (Required within 180 days)

DRIVING RECORD:

This position requires driving an HCA owned vehicle. The candidate must have no more than six points on their record, with no indication of unsafe driving habits.

Benefits

Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • 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

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Medical Transport Paramedic opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

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.