Patient Transport - Surgery

St. Mary's Medical Center

Apply to this job
Duluth, MN Until 10/2/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted August 3, 2026 Last posted August 3, 2026
Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2003470 PACU - SMMC HOSP

Job Description:

Our Surgery team is looking for a passionate Patient Transporter to join us in providing excellent customer service to our patients!

Education Qualifications:

You will be Responsible for:

  • The safe performance of mechanically appropriate patient lifts.  
  • Communicating to staff any special needs encountered before, during, or after the lifting of a particular patient, especially those regarding potential safety issues.
  • Assisting with transporting patients of all ages, supplies, and equipment.
  • Performing related duties as required.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 1 month from date of hire.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

  • Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
  • Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
  • Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

varies

Shift End Time:

varies

Weekends:

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)

Union Posting Deadline:

08/7/2026

Compensation Range:

$17.39 - $22.45

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
About this role

Summary

Transport patients safely, assist with patient lifts, communicate safety needs.

Job title

Patient Transport - Surgery

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site in Duluth, MN; remote not allowed.

Salary

$0k–$0k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

CPRpatient transport

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

patient transportsafetycommunicationlifting
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Duluth, MN, USA

On-site City