Patient Transporter
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open patient transporter jobs in Texas post a median of $17.50 an hour, the middle half $14.50–$17.74, across 5 jobs that state their pay. Patient transporters employed in Texas earn a median of $18.10 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Medicare rating of Harlingen Medical Center
Medicare gives Harlingen Medical Center 4 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Texas's hospitals average 3.4). 78% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Texas hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Overview
Shifts Available: Days
Employment Type: Per Diem (As needed)
Hours: 8 hour shifts
Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, TX
Responsibilities
- Transport patients safely between pre-op, operating rooms, PACU, and inpatient units using stretchers, wheelchairs, or beds
- Deliver surgical instruments, equipment, and specimens to the appropriate locations while maintaining proper handling protocols
- Assist with room turnovers by removing used equipment, biohazard waste, and ensuring timely preparation for the next surgical case
- Communicate effectively with surgical staff and follow scheduling systems to ensure smooth and efficient workflow throughout the department
- Perform a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients along with clerical, transport, and messenger tasks to support safe and effective patient care services
Qualifications
- Must have BCLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current throughout employment; required
- Transportation experience preferred
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Pay Transparency
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical insurance benefit plan
- 401K
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
Employment Status
Per Diem
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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