Patient Transporter / Orderly
Transport patients to areas such as operating rooms or x-ray rooms using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds. May maintain stocks of supplies or clean and transport equipment. Psychiatric orderlies are included in Psychiatric Aides.
At a Glance
Patient Transporter / Orderly earns an average of $22,360/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 0.4 years. Top skills: Patient Transport, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Infection Control.
$22,360/yr
High school or GED
0.4 years
12
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Orderlies
Median Wage
$37,700/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.3%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (24)
Patient Transport
Infection Control
Patient Safety
Nursing
Safety Procedures
Medical Records
Surgery
Oxygen Therapy
Medical Ethics
Disinfecting
Bloodborne Pathogens
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Electrical Equipment
Communicable Diseases
Nursing Care
Data Collection
Medical Terminology
Lifting Equipment
Patient Transfer
Packaging And Labeling
Bariatrics
Common Skills (4)
Customer Service
Communication
Accountability
Interpersonal Communications
Certifications (2)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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