Transport Aide

Transport Aide

Location: Boone North Carolina Full-time Non-Exempt

Why Youll Love Working Here

As a Transport Aide at UNC Health Appalachian youll play an essential role in supporting patient care by ensuring safe timely transportation throughout the facility. Youll move patients to and from testing procedures inpatient units and discharge while working with nursing clinical and dispatch teams and interacting directly with patients and families.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a positive and compassionate care experience while working alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

Compensation: Starting at $16.00/hour based on education and experience

Schedule: Full-time; variable shifts

Benefits: Applicable benefits include comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage; HSA option; supplemental insurance options; 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement/certification bonuses; paid parental leave; wellness incentives; may be eligible for childcare assistance; and employee discounts

Benefits Eligibility: Applicable benefits will begin on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.

What Youll Do as a Transport Aide

• Safely transport patients to and from diagnostic testing procedures inpatient units and discharge areas.
• Assist patients in and out of beds wheelchairs and vehicles using proper equipment (stretchers slide boards lifts).
• Support patient check-in and discharge processes.
• Communicate effectively with transport dispatch nursing and clinical teams.
• Ensure patient safety dignity and comfort throughout transport.
• Assist with non-clinical equipment handling while following safety protocols.
• Monitor lobby and parking areas to support patients and visitors.
• Promote the mission vision and values of UNC Health Appalachian.

Qualifications/Licenses

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred (not required)
• Experience: Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred
• Certification: CPR certification (may be obtained upon hire)

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Basic reading writing and counting skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork reliability and customer service.

Physical & Work Environment

• Frequent lifting carrying pushing and pulling (up to and exceeding 300 lbs with equipment).
• Prolonged standing walking and occasional sitting throughout shifts.
• Frequent bending squatting kneeling twisting and reaching.
• Continuous hand finger and wrist dexterity.
• Frequent patient mobilization and physical assistance.
• Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens and healthcare hazards.
• Exposure to electrical/mechanical equipment chemicals and uneven surfaces.
• Variable shifts as outlined in the schedule above.

What Sets Us Apart

Career Growth: Opportunities to advance into clinical or patient care roles supported by professional development and our Career Pathways Program.

Impactful Work: Directly support patient flow and contribute to safe efficient care delivery as part of a collaborative mission-driven healthcare team.

Community & Lifestyle: Located in Boone North Carolina UNC Health Appalachian offers the opportunity to live and work in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains with access to outdoor adventure and a vibrant community with strong local culture.

Meaningful Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive insurance coverage retirement benefits with employer match paid time off paid parental leave tuition reimbursement student loan refinancing and college savings resources an award-winning wellness program employee-to-employee financial assistance and discounts to attractions such as Dollywood and Tweetsie Railroad.

Inclusive Culture: UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and is committed to creating a fair inclusive hiring process and workplace where every team member is respected and valued.

Ready to Keep Patients Moving Safely

Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian as a Transport Aide and help provide safe timely transportation and a compassionate care experience for patients and families.

About UNC Health Appalachian

UNC Health Appalachian the leader for healthcare in the High Country comprises three hospitals 13 medical practices Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center The Rehabilitation Center and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country enhancing quality of life and simply making life better.

About UNC Health

UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system comprised of 14 hospitals 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information please visit .

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen. For accommodations or additional information contact .