1

Medical Transporter Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Be Seen First

NEMT Driver - Non-Emergency Medical Transportation AllTrip Care is currently hiring reliable and professional drivers for our Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) services in Broward County.

Transporter

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Responsibilities Transports patients from one area of the hospital to another as needed. Cleans all ... Medical knowledge preferred. Certifications: Required: AHA BLS #LI-NW1 About Us Embark on a ...

Transporter

Saint Johns, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Overview The Transporter is responsible for transporting patients to and from the bed tower and medical office building, specimen pickup, equipment pickup and positioning patients. #ACDP ...

Transporter

Saint Johns, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Overview The Transporter is responsible for transporting patients to and from the bed tower and medical office building, specimen pickup, equipment pickup and positioning patients. #ACDP ...

Transporter

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

At West Boca Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of ... AHA BLS #LI-NW1 Transports patients from one area of the hospital to another as needed. Cleans all ...

Transporter

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

At West Boca Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of ... AHA BLS #LI-NW1 Transports patients from one area of the hospital to another as needed. Cleans all ...

Transporter

Miami, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and ... Transporter opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be ...

Transporter

Aventura, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and ... Transporter opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be ...

Transporter

Aventura, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and ... Transporter opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be ...

Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and ... Transporter opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be ...

New

next page

Showing results 1-20

Medical Transporter information

See Florida salary details

$7

$14

$21

How much do medical transporter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical transporter in Florida is $14.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.15 and $15.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical transporter?

Medical transporters are professionals responsible for safely moving patients, medical equipment, and sometimes specimens within hospitals or between healthcare facilities. Their primary role is to ensure that patients are transported in a timely, safe, and comfortable manner, whether it’s between hospital departments or to and from vehicles and treatment areas. Medical transporters often assist patients with mobility challenges and work closely with nurses and other healthcare staff. They play a vital role in the smooth operation of healthcare facilities by supporting patient care and logistics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical transporter?

To thrive as a Medical Transporter, you need a solid understanding of patient safety, basic medical procedures, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital transport equipment, patient transfer techniques, and sometimes certification in CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and reliability help build trust with patients and support efficient teamwork. These skills are crucial to ensure safe, timely, and comfortable transport of patients within healthcare facilities, directly impacting patient care and operational flow.

What are the main challenges medical transporters face when working in a hospital environment?

Medical Transporters often work in fast-paced hospital settings where time sensitivity and patient safety are top priorities. They must navigate busy corridors, respond quickly to transport requests, and handle patients with varying mobility or medical needs. Effective communication with nursing staff and attention to infection control protocols are critical to ensuring both patient comfort and safety. Adapting to rapidly changing priorities and maintaining a calm, professional demeanor under pressure are essential to success in this role.

What is the difference between Medical Transporter vs Patient Escort?

AspectMedical TransporterPatient Escort
CredentialsMay require CPR certification, driver’s licenseOften requires similar certifications, plus patient handling training
Work EnvironmentAmbulances, hospitals, nursing facilitiesHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities
Employer & IndustryHospitals, ambulance services, healthcare providersHospitals, outpatient centers, healthcare organizations
Primary RoleTransport patients safely between locationsAssist and accompany patients during transport, ensuring comfort and safety

Medical Transporters and Patient Escorts both work in healthcare settings and may share certifications. However, Medical Transporters focus primarily on the safe transportation of patients, often operating vehicles like ambulances, while Patient Escorts assist patients during transport, providing support and ensuring comfort. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job role in healthcare transportation.

How to become a medical transporter?

To become a medical transporter, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and must obtain a valid driver's license. Some employers require certification in CPR or first aid, and good communication and driving skills are essential for safely transporting patients and medical equipment. Training is often provided on the job, and a clean driving record is usually required.

Is it hard to become a medical transporter?

Becoming a medical transporter typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and sometimes a clean driving record. Some employers may prefer candidates with basic first aid training or certification, and the job often involves physical activity and working in healthcare environments, but it generally does not require extensive formal education or specialized licensing.

What cities in Florida are hiring for Medical Transporter jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Medical Transporter job openings:

What are popular job titles related to Medical Transporter jobs in FL?

For Medical Transporter jobs in FL, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Medical Transporter job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,760 per year, or $14.3 per hour.

Manager Medical Transport

Gainesville, FL • On-site


HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 483 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

668th of 895 rated healthcare providers

People enjoy working here

Recommended by students

Respectful managers


Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Introduction

Are you ready to manage in a new era as a Manager Medical Transport where building a healthier tomorrow is more than a job? Our HCA Florida North Florida Hospital team is committed to partnership, innovation, legacy and improving more lives in more ways. Share your resume today.

Benefits

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are dedicated to improving human life. Each year about five percent of all U.S. hospital services happen at an HCA Healthcare facility. Be an impact as a(an) Manager Medical Transport where your passion for leading and creativity are valued? We want your knowledge and expertise!

The Manager will lead a team of clinicians, effectively problem-solve, and communicate with HCA hospitals, medical staff, administrators, department heads, and nursing teams under the guidance of the Medical Transportation Leadership team. This role is integral to driving team performance, fostering collaboration, and working closely with Medical Transport leadership to optimize service delivery, support volume growth, and enhance the overall experience for HCA customers.

 Provide leadership, management and administration of all aspects of the interfacility medical transport department in order to ensure organizational mission and objectives are met

  •  Develop relationships and processes that will enhance access to HCA facilities, services, physicians, and health care professionals
  •  Hire and maintain appropriate staffing levels and utilization of personnel and ensure the highest quality of professional skill
  •  Provide a structured means for policy and procedure development through regularly scheduled staff meetings allowing for continual evaluation, review, and update of standards, functions, goals, and objectives
  •  Provides recommendations for outreach activities/initiatives and is involved in applicable outreach committees
  •  Attend HCA Corporate Medical Transportation meetings and training
  •  Promote HCA culture of excellence and quality service through teamwork, respectful communication, maintenance of a professional environment, partnership with those we serve, and anticipation of patient and customer needs
  •  Manage capital/operational budget, strategic planning, customer relations, marketing, and outreach activities of the Medical Transportation team within the Patient Logistics Center
  •  Manage and collaborate with facility and division leaders, all activities, changes and stakeholder relationships related to medical transportation
  •  Consult with HCA Corporate and Division legal advisors on the interpretation and enforcement relevant regulations and laws pertinent to department functions
  •  In conjunction with the Med Transport AVP, collect, correlate, analyze, and interpret operational, financial, and statistical data. Inform and advise appropriate members of the HCA Senior Management team of potential business opportunities
  •  Assists with development of new programs/services
  •  Demonstrate responsibility for the containment of costs through appropriate ordering of supplies, recovery of service charges, and conservation of supplies
  •  Monitor department expenditures to ensure compliance with budget limits
  •  Respond promptly to changes in workload, adjusting assignments as necessary to achieve optimal productivity and efficiency
  •  Develop standards of performance, conduct annual performance evaluation, and initiate or make recommendations for HR actions
  •  Provide leadership development to all staff for effective problem identification and resolution, and for efficient day-to-day operations
  •  Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct philosophy and Mission and Value Statement
  •  Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  •  Knowledge of the principles and practices of hospital and clinical operations and/or healthcare management
  •  Knowledge of the principles and practices of interfacility emergency medical services operations and management.
  •  Participative management style and an ability to work in a matrixed environment
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people, including but not limited to Corporate/Division leadership, HCA Patient Logistics Center leadership, staff from information technology and clinical backgrounds, physicians, and external vendors
  •  Knowledge of and ability to operate relevant medical equipment
  •  Obtain knowledge of state and national rules and regulations
  •  Must be independent, driven, self-motivated, and passionate with an exceptional work ethic, executive presence, integrity and presentation skills, both oral and written
  • Knowledge of productivity, financial operations and reporting systems
  •  Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Internet searches, and relevant databases
  •  Ability to work independently and under pressure to follow through on issues
  •  Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to establish and maintain long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations
  • Ability to work effectively with other employees and external parties

EDUCATION

  • Associate’s degree in a health-related field preferred

CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE

  • EMT-P or RN licensure required

Parallon provides full-service revenue cycle management, or total patient account resolution, for HCA Healthcare. Our services include scheduling, registration, insurance verification, hospital billing, revenue integrity, collections, payment compliance, credentialing, health information management, customer service, payroll, and physician billing. We also provide full-service revenue cycle management as well as targeted solutions, such as Medicaid Eligibility, for external clients across the country. Parallon has over 17,000 colleagues, and serves close to 1,000 hospitals and 3,000 physician practices, all making an impact on patients, providers, and their communities.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


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

If this is the kind of dynamic growth opportunity that compels you, apply for the Manager Medical Transport role. We are interviewing 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.



What HCA Florida Healthcare employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom