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Upmc Transport Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Transporter

Pittsburgh, PA ยท On-site

$18.19 - $27.58/hr

ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Transporter at the McCandless location. Shift Details: * 11am - 7:30pm on weekdays scheduled * 8am - 4:30pm every other weekend ...

Transporter (Part-Time)

New Castle, PA ยท On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

UPMC Jameson, located in New Castle, PA, is hiring a Part-Time Transporter to join the Patient Transport Team. If you are passionate about helping people, working in direct patient care, and looking ...

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How much do upmc transport jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for upmc transport in the United States is $20.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a UPMC Transport?

A UPMC Transport job involves safely transporting patients, equipment, and supplies within a UPMC facility. Transporters assist patients in wheelchairs or stretchers, ensuring comfort and safety while moving between departments. They also follow infection control protocols and communicate with medical staff to support patient care. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and strong customer service skills.

What does a typical shift look like for a UPMC Transport?

A typical shift as a UPMC Transport team member involves moving patients between hospital departments, delivering medical equipment and specimens, and responding promptly to transport requests. You'll frequently interact with patients, nursing staff, and other hospital personnel to ensure efficient and courteous service. The role requires time management to balance urgent and routine tasks, and a focus on safety procedures at all times. Shifts may include weekends, holidays, or variable hours depending on the needs of the facility, providing flexibility and valuable hands-on experience in a healthcare environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the UPMC Transport position, and why are they important?

To succeed as a UPMC Transport employee, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, strong physical stamina, and familiarity with patient handling protocols. Experience with transport equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, and patient tracking systems is often required, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be preferred. Excellent customer service, reliability, and teamwork skills help you interact professionally with patients, families, and clinical staff. These abilities are vital for ensuring the safe, timely, and compassionate movement of patients and materials throughout the hospital.

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Infographic showing various Upmc Transport job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,891 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

UPMC Presbyterian Emergency Department Patient Care Technician

UPMC Senior Communities

Pittsburgh, PA โ€ข On-site

$20 - $30.55/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Are you looking to establish a fulfilling, hands-on health care career while elevating the patient experience? As a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician with UPMC Presbyterian, you'll make a meaningful difference on our team by working with our Life Changers to provide high-quality patient care.
Nursing Support roles require working rotating shifts, including daytime, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians will also be expected to work 12-hour shifts, with the possibility of a mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts.
All inexperienced hired candidates are required to complete a mandatory training course, with full attendance expected for the entire duration.
About the Role:
Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians provide routine patient care and support the department services in accordance with established policies and procedures. This role will be directed by nurses and/or physicians to ensure that the highest degree of quality patient care can be maintained at all times. Patient care duties may include, but are not limited to, ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients, and blood glucose), vital signs, simple dressings, EKGs, bladder scans, and all specimen collections.
UPMC's Nursing Support Career Ladder:
Our goal at UPMC is to help you build YOUR career, starting with our robust career ladder! A Nursing Support career at UPMC Shadyside maximizes your potential and advances you to wherever you'd like to go, ensuring that you are equipped with resources, mentors, and leadership along the way.
The UPMC Inpatient Patient Care Support Career Ladder offers opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and patient care experience.
Qualifications:
  • Successful completion of UPMC nursing assistant or EIC training program or Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class.
  • Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
  • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
  • Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
  • Nursing Assistant:
    • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Patient Care Technician:
    • High school diploma or equivalent.
    • 1 year of healthcare experience, OR completion of at least one clinical rotation as part of a nursing or PT/OT/PA program or related health care training, OR completion of a Bachelor's Degree in a health sciences field.
  • Patient Care Technician - Senior:
    • High school diploma or equivalent.
    • 2 years of healthcare experience, OR 1 year of experience plus completion of at least one clinical rotation as part of a nursing or PT/OT/PA program or related health care training, OR 1 year of experience and completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
    • Annual completion of a professional contribution to be determined after hire.
    • Successful completion of Senior training class.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
    • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran