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How much do transport in hospital jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for transport in hospital in Commerce, GA is $18.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.80 and $20.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transport in hospital?

Transport In Hospital jobs involve moving patients, medical equipment, and other essential items within a hospital or healthcare facility. Individuals in these roles ensure that patients are safely transferred between departments, such as from their room to diagnostic or surgical areas. They also help with the delivery of specimens, medications, and supplies, contributing to the smooth operation of hospital services. These positions require good communication skills, physical stamina, and a commitment to patient safety and comfort.

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

To thrive as a Hospital Transporter, you need basic patient care knowledge, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hospital transport equipment, safety protocols, and patient tracking systems is typically required. Excellent communication, compassion, and attention to detail help you interact effectively with patients and healthcare staff. These skills are crucial for ensuring patient safety, comfort, and efficient hospital operations.

What are some common challenges faced by hospital transport staff, and how can they be addressed?

Hospital transport staff often face challenges such as managing urgent patient transfers, navigating crowded hallways, and coordinating with multiple departments. Effective communication and time management are essential to ensure patient safety and minimize delays. Many hospitals provide training on safe patient handling and use of transport equipment, and teamwork is heavily emphasized to address these challenges and support a smooth workflow.

What is the difference between Transport In Hospital vs Patient Transporter?

AspectTransport In HospitalPatient Transporter
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, sometimes specialized trainingCPR, First Aid often required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, nursing homes, medical centers
Job DutiesTransport patients within hospital premises, assist with mobilityMove patients to different departments, assist with transfers

Both roles involve moving patients within healthcare settings and often require CPR and First Aid certifications. Transport In Hospital staff may have additional responsibilities like assisting with patient mobility, while Patient Transporters focus on transferring patients between departments or facilities. Both roles are essential for smooth hospital operations and share similar work environments.

How do I become a transport in hospital?

To become a hospital transport worker, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and good communication skills. Some positions may require a valid driver's license and training in patient handling or safety procedures. Certification in first aid or CPR can also be beneficial for this role.

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Infographic showing various Transport In Hospital job openings in Commerce, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,836 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Patient Care Tech - Night Shift

Stephens County Hospital

Toccoa, GA • On-site

$13.25 - $15.75/hr

Other

Posted 13 days ago

Stephens County Hospital rating

4.8

Company rating: 4.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1,001st of 1,060 rated hospitals

Job description

About Us
For more than 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of our community, committed to excellence in healthcare and compassionate patient service. Our dedicated team of approximately 475 employees is driven by a shared passion for improving lives and recognizes the true value of good health.
Stephens County Hospital is a 96-bed acute care facility located in Toccoa, Georgia, nestled in the scenic foothills of Northeast Georgia. Our welcoming, family-oriented community offers a rich blend of cultural, civic, and outdoor opportunities, making it an exceptional place to live and work.
We are proud members of the Georgia Hospital Association, the American Hospital Association, and the Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Stephens County Hospital is fully accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation's leading healthcare accrediting organization, reflecting our ongoing commitment to quality and safety.
Patient Care Tech - Night Shift - 7pm - 7am
The Patient Care Technician is a non-licensed individual who assists in rendering care to patients.
Education/Experience:
Ability to read and write.
Experience as a PCT or CNA within the last three years.
Licensure/Certification:
Certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred.
BCLS Certification required within first month of employment.
Provides care to patients of the following ages:
Infants (Newborn to One Year) Adolescent (Ten to 18 Years)
Toddlers (Two to Four Years) Adult (19 to 69 Years)
Child (Five to Nine Years) Geriatric (70 and Above)
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Shaves patients as needed.
  • Performs mouth and hair care.
  • Performs bath and back care to include partial or complete baths and showers.
  • Performs morning (pre-breakfast) and evening care to include preparation for sleep and rest.
  • Changes bed linens as needed.
  • Assists in food service: serves trays, assists in feeding patients, feeds if necessary, picks up trays and records food intake, serves interval nourishments.
  • Serves ice and fresh water and maintains a clean environment.
  • Recognizes and observes NPO signs or other restrictions on fluid intake, e.g.: no hot or ice liquids.
  • Accurately records carbohydrate intake for patients on a carbohydrate-monitored diet.
  • Maintains accurate record of intake and output.
  • Performs hourly rounding and reports pertinent findings to the nurse.
  • Assists in use of bedpan, bedside commode, urinal and/or assists to bathroom.
  • Checks and records frequency of voiding and bowel elimination.
  • Describes urinary output: color, odor, frequency and amount.
  • Describes stools: color, consistency, frequency.
  • Administers enemas.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of body mechanics.
  • Remains aware of patients placed on limited motion.
  • Assists patient with progressive activity: dangle, stand by bed, sit in chair and walk.
  • Turns patients with limited mobility.
  • Provides skin care.
  • Assesses for and reports presence of pressure ulcers.
  • Turns and positions postoperative patients; encourages coughing and deep breathing.
  • Transports patients to specified areas by wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Assists patient in and out of bed.
  • Assists with ambulation.
  • Demonstrates proper use of patient handling equipment.
  • Maintains certification to perform blood glucose testing.
  • Uses two patient identifiers prior to performing Blood Glucose test.
  • Adheres to scheduled timing for testing per policy.
  • Reports results to nurse.
  • Checks and records vital signs: blood pressure, TPR and oxygen saturation.
  • Weighs patient as indicated.
  • Specimen collection: urine, stool, sputum, etc.
  • Applies warm and cool applications.
  • Applies tucks.
  • Applies AE hose, SCD hose and CPM machine.
  • Removes AE hose daily for skin care.
  • Use of restraints.
  • Cares for patient in casts and traction.
  • Assists in patient discharge.
  • Assists with postmortem care.
  • Administers emergency resuscitation of patients in cardiac arrest.
  • Performs oro-pharyngeal suction.
  • Confirms two patient identifiers when collecting specimens.
  • Labels all specimens at bedside.
  • Implements and maintains standard or high fall risk precautions as indicated.
  • Provides necessary equipment at patient's bedside.
  • Insures clean and safe surrounding.
  • Adjusts side rails according to established policy.
  • Collects and disposes of trash as needed.
  • Disposes of soiled and contaminated linens according to policy.
  • Inventories and maintains supplies and equipment.
  • Reports signs, symptoms and concerns made by the patient to the nurse.
  • Reports accidents or injuries sustained by self, patients or visitors.
  • Refers visitors to the nurse in charge for information regarding patient's condition.
  • Documents care according to policy.
  • Performs "real-time" documentation.
  • Gives concise hand-off report to oncoming shift.
  • Utilizes universal precautions in all aspects of work practice.
  • Complies with isolation procedures.
  • Maintains knowledge of multi-drug resistant organisms and measures to be initiated.
  • Reports staff deficits related to compliance with Infection Control practice (i.e. noncompliance with hand washing, isolation procedures, maximum barrier precautions.)
  • Collects urine/sputum culture specimens timely.
  • Maintains knowledge of hospital acquired infection rate and measures being implemented to decrease rate.
  • Cleans equipment appropriately between patient and/or staff use.

AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Infant (Newborn to One Year)
  • Provides protective environment; does not leave unattended.
  • Records data relative to patient's age.
  • Involves parents in administration and planning of care.
  • Recognizes age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms.
  • Determines and documents head circumference.
  • Recognizes and reports signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
  • Demonstrates sensitivity to cues that indicate infant is overstressed and initiates appropriate soothing measures.
  • Provides equipment specific to patient's age and size.

Toddlers (Two to Four Years)
  • Records data relative to patient's age.
  • Involves parents in administration and planning of care.
  • Recognizes age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms.
  • Recognizes and reports signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
  • Involves child in own care when possible.
  • Recognizes comprehension level and verbal ability.
  • Speaks and plays with the toddler to effectively reduce stress.
  • Provides equipment specific to patient's age and size.

Child (Five to Nine Years)
  • Records data relative to patient's age.
  • Involves parents in administration and planning of care.
  • Recognizes age appropriate behavior motor skills and physiological norms.
  • Recognizes and reports signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
  • Provides equipment specific to patient's age and size.
  • Recognizes child's need to exercise some control.
  • Provides for privacy.
  • Keeps an explanation short, simple and logical using correct terminology.
  • Recognizes the child's need for independence and potential for being attracted to dangerous situations.

Adolescent (Ten to 18 Years)
  • Records data relative to patient's age.
  • Recognizes age appropriate behavior, skills and physiological norms.
  • Recognizes and reports signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
  • Provides equipment specific to patient's age and size.
  • Involves patient in decision making and planning for care.
  • Allows for privacy and anticipates fear of embarrassment.
  • Uses proper medical terminology.
  • Allows adolescent to maintain control and realizes there may be resistance.
  • Encourages questions regarding "fears".

Adult (19 to 69 Years)
  • Records data relative to patient's age.
  • Recognizes and records signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
  • Provides equipment specific to size of patient.
  • Involves patient in planning of care.
  • Recognizes anxiety regarding potential changes in lifestyle resulting from illness.
  • Addresses patient appropriately.
  • Explains procedures using correct terminology.
  • Provides for patient's privacy.
  • Respects patient's right to refuse treatment.

Geriatric (70 and Above)
  • Recognizes and reports signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
  • Records data relative to patient's age.
  • Provides equipment specific to size of patient.
  • Recognizes anxiety regarding potential changes in lifestyle resulting from illness.
  • Addresses patient appropriately.
  • Explains procedures using correct terminology.
  • Provides for patient privacy.
  • Respects patient's right to refuse treatment.
  • Recognizes limiting conditions (vision, hearing, elimination, etc.).
  • Implements skin integrity and/or risk to fall protocols.
  • Provides for patient warmth due to decreased heat regulation.
  • Allows patient to discuss thoughts and plans related to death and dying.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to compile, code and categorize, or verify information/data
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situation
  • Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude
  • Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
  • Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
  • Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Other-Essential Functions
  • Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Professional Requirements
  • Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
  • Complete annual education requirements.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
  • Report to work on time and as scheduled.
  • Wear identification while on duty.
  • Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
  • Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
  • Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
  • Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
  • Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions
  • May need to stand for up to 8 hours at a time
  • Must have the cognitive ability to perform in this role. Critical and executive level thinking is required
  • Must have strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Have near normal hearing - able to hear alarms/telephone/normal speaking voice/webinars
  • Have near normal vision - clarity of vision (both near and far) either corrected on non-corrected, ability to distinguish colors
  • Have good manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
  • Standing - continuously within the shift (67-100%)
  • Walking - continuously within the shift (67-100%)
  • Climbing - occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
  • Bending/stooping - frequently within the shift (34-66%)
  • Twist at the waist - occasionally with the shift (1-33%)
  • Pushing/pulling 50+lbs without assistance - frequently within the shift (1-33%)
  • Pushing/pulling 100+lbs with assistance - frequently within the shift (1-33%)
  • Lift/carry - 20+lbs without assistance - occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
  • Reaching above the shoulders - frequently within the shift (34-67%)
  • Lift/carry - 50+lbs with assistance - occasionally within the shift (1-33%)

Equal Opportunity Employer
Stephens County Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy status, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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