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A Patient Transporter moves patients safely between care settings, ensuring comfort, safety and support throughout their journey.

    • -0.830 AI Exposure: Low

      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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      • ACT
      • VIC
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • NT
      • SA
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Patient Transporter?

Get qualified to work as a Patient Transporter with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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Patient Transporter careers

A Patient Transporter moves patients safely between healthcare facilities or departments for treatment, appointments or discharge. You may work in hospitals, aged care or private services, ensuring comfort, assisting with mobility, and following safety protocols.

You’ll need to be calm, fit and a good communicator. Patient Transporters support healthcare teams by ensuring each transfer is safe, timely and handled with care.

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