Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Other Transportation Workers

Other transportation workers in healthcare refer to those workers who are responsible for transporting patients, medical equipment, and other healthcare-related items. They may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities. Their responsibilities may include transporting patients to and from appointments, operating and maintaining transportation vehicles, and providing assistance to patients during transport.

Examples of other transportation workers in healthcare include:

Ambulance drivers and attendants, who transport patients to medical facilities in emergency situations.

Medical courier, who transport medical specimens, medical equipment, and other healthcare-related items between healthcare facilities, laboratories and other destinations.

Patient transport workers, who transport patients within a hospital or healthcare facility for diagnostic tests, treatments or procedures.

Education and training requirements for other transportation workers in healthcare vary depending on the specific job, but often include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and on-the-job training or certification. Some positions may require additional education or certifications such as EMT or CPR certification.