APS supported over 10,000 intra-hospital transfers in 2023—and every move mattered.

At Advanced Pro Services, we believe our employees are the key to our success. By investing in top-tier training, cutting-edge transport technology, and a supportive work environment, we ensure they’re equipped and motivated to deliver exceptional service. Training is no substitute for experience. Fortunately, Advanced Pro Services has both. Already a trusted healthcare facility partner, our teams go above and beyond to provide excellent services to guests and patients alike.

Not just another patient transport company

Intra-hospital transport services involve the safe and efficient movement of patients, medical equipment, specimens, and supplies within a hospital or clinic. This service is critical for maintaining smooth hospital operations, improving patient care, and ensuring timely delivery of essential medical resources.

Patient Transport Services

Facilitates the movement of patients between hospital departments for various procedures.

Key Functions:

• Scheduled Transfers: Moving patients between wards, ICUs, radiology, operating rooms, and rehabilitation centers.
• Emergency Transfers: Rapid patient transport for critical care, surgery, or intensive treatment.
• Bed-to-Bed Transfers: Ensuring patients are safely moved with stretchers or wheelchairs while maintaining medical supervision.
• Discharge & Admission Transport: Assisting patients in transitioning between the hospital and discharge points.

 

Medical Equipment Transport

Ensures that critical medical devices and tools are moved efficiently without damage or delays.

Key Functions:

• Moving Diagnostic Equipment: X-ray machines, ultrasound devices, and monitoring systems.
• Surgical Equipment Transport: Ensuring instruments reach operating rooms on time.
• Safe Handling of Equipment: Using secure carts and trained personnel for sensitive machinery.

 

Specimen & Lab Sample Transport

Facilitates the quick, secure movement of blood, urine, tissue, and other lab specimens for testing.

Key Functions:

• Temperature-Controlled Transport: Ensuring bio-specimens are preserved properly.
• Rapid Delivery to Labs: Minimizing delays for diagnostic results.
• Infection Control Compliance: Following strict biohazard safety protocols.

 

Pharmaceutical & Supply Transport

Manages the distribution of medications and hospital supplies between pharmacy, storage, and patient care units.

Key Functions:

• Medication Delivery: Ensuring timely transport of prescribed drugs to patient wards.
• Restocking of Supplies: Moving gloves, syringes, IV fluids, and PPE to various departments.
• Controlled Substance Handling: Securely transporting high-risk drugs with proper documentation.

 

Methods & Equipment Used

Manual Transport

• Wheelchairs & Stretchers: Used for non-ambulatory patients.
• Patient Lifts & Transfer Boards: Ensures safe movement of immobile or critical patients.
• Trolleys & Carts: Used for transporting medical equipment, lab samples, and supplies.

Automated & Robotic Transport

• Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs): Robotic carts that navigate hallways to deliver lab samples, linens, and medications.
• Pneumatic Tube Systems (PTS): High-speed tubes used for sending lab specimens, small medical supplies, and paperwork across hospital departments.

Emergency Transport Equipment

• Portable Ventilators & Oxygen Tanks: Used for transporting critical patients who require respiratory support.
• Telemetry & Portable Monitors: Allows real-time monitoring of vital signs during transport.

Staffing & Training

Transport Personnel

• Patient Transporters: Assist in moving patients with safety protocols.
• Medical Equipment Handlers: Trained in handling and delivering delicate medical devices.
• Lab Transport Specialists: Ensure proper handling and documentation of lab specimens.

Required Training

• Patient Handling & Safety: Proper lifting techniques, infection control, and fall prevention.
• Emergency Response Readiness: CPR certification and crisis management.
• HIPAA Compliance: Ensuring patient confidentiality during transfers.

From front entrance services including wheelchair assistance, direction & information assistance, and umbrellas for rain, to complete facility maintenance & management, and 24/7 support, you can count on Advanced Pro Services to be a great professional partner.

Our suite of professional services include a dynamic range of transportation options. Our experienced professional teams will work with you to ensure maximum care and comfort for all guests and patients.

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