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Assists in the transportation of patient specimens. 3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient's health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional.

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Various locations across Ontario The Patient Coordinator is responsible for managing the patient experience within the healthcare practice, ensuring efficient scheduling, communication, and support ...

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Assists in the transportation of patient specimens. 3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient's health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional.

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How much do patient transporter jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient transporter in Ontario is $14.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.02 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Patient Transporter Do?

A patient transporter moves patients and equipment from one place to another within a hospital or healthcare facility. As a patient transporter, your responsibilities include assisting patients out of vehicles when they arrive at the hospital and taking them to registration, lifting patients on and off their beds for therapy, and moving them from their rooms to treatment areas. Patient transporters also pick up and deliver equipment, supplies, and lab samples to various stations around the hospital. Keeping the patient safe and comfortable during the relocation process is vital to this role.

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

To thrive as a Patient Transporter, you need a basic understanding of patient care, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital transport equipment, safety protocols, and electronic scheduling systems is typically required. Strong communication, compassion, and attention to detail help create a positive patient experience and ensure safe transfers. These skills are crucial for maintaining patient safety, comfort, and the efficient flow of hospital operations.

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

Patient Transporters often encounter challenges such as navigating busy hospital corridors, handling patients with varying mobility needs, and responding quickly to urgent transport requests. Effective communication with nursing and clinical staff, as well as strong time management skills, are essential for overcoming these obstacles. Additionally, maintaining a compassionate and patient-focused attitude helps build trust with those being transported, making the experience smoother for both patients and staff.

What is the difference between Patient Transporter vs Medical Assistant?

AspectPatient TransporterMedical Assistant
CertificationsNone required, but CPR may be preferredCertified Medical Assistant (CMA) or similar certification often required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, nursing homes, primarily moving patientsClinics, doctor’s offices, hospitals, performing clinical and administrative tasks
Employer & IndustryHealthcare facilities, hospitalsMedical practices, clinics, hospitals
Job FocusTransporting patients safely within healthcare facilitiesAssisting with patient care, administrative duties, clinical tasks

While both roles are essential in healthcare settings, Patient Transporters focus primarily on moving patients safely within facilities, requiring minimal certifications. Medical Assistants have a broader scope, including clinical and administrative tasks, often requiring certification. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Patient Transport Representative -CVH Patient Transport

Trillium Health Partners

Mississauga, ON • On-site

CA$25.60 - CA$29.55/hr

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

CUPE JOB POSTING

Position: Patient Transport Representative 

Job ID: 7412

Status:   Part-Time (1)

Department: Patient Support Services   

Role Level:  CUPEC01 $25.599 - $29.555  per hour   

Site: Credit Valley Hospital **

Hours of Work/Shifts:  Days , evenings, nights and weekends 

Posted: May 14,2026

Internal Deadline: May 21,2026

*The location of any vacancy/position may be changed or reassigned as per operational needs.

Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada's largest community-based teaching hospitals, serving the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities through the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, the Queensway Health Centre, the Reactivation care Centre (Church Site) and the new THP-UHN Reactivation Care Centre. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through our strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, we are creating a new kind of health care - defined not by illness, but by the health and well-being of people and communities. 

Job Description 

  • Transports patients via bed, stretcher or wheelchair to and from various locations (i.e. patient unit to x-ray)
  • Assists patients in and out of bed, stretcher or wheelchair
  • Transports laboratory specimens from patient areas to specified laboratory
  • Transports deceased patients by following protocols and delivering them to the mortuary
  • Maintain inventory of equipment in appropriate area on unit (e.g. Wheelchairs, stretchers)
  • Transport of equipment/furniture and supplies
  • Transports clean linen
  • Pick Up and transport of soiled linen
  • Uses chemicals and cleaning agents to maintain transport equipment
  • Strip and make up stretchers
  • Maintain open and timely communication with Customer Support Call Centre and Leadership team via phone or in person
  • Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications:

  • Minimum Grade 12 education and/or equivalent in support services role preferred
  • Ability to communicate with patients, visitors, customers and co-workers
  • Ability to read and write and follow instructions
  • Must have the physical requirements to complete the job duties
  • Must be able to work all shifts (Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends)
  • A positive work and attendance record is essential

To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.ca

Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.

Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.

Trillium Health Partners' (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Metis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities.  If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.

We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Our organization may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI) or algorithm-assisted systems, to support the initial review of applications. These tools are used only to assist our recruiters and hiring managers; all hiring decisions include meaningful human involvement and final review.

Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada's largest community-based teaching hospitals. Our team of more than 17,000 people serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, west Toronto, and surrounding communities through the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, the Queensway Health Centre, and nine satellite locations. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through our strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, we are creating a new kind of health care - defined not by illness, but by the health and well-being of people and communities. 


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