Average Distance Walked by Patient Transporters Per Shift: UCSF Study Findings

A University of California, San Francisco study found that patient transporters walk an average of 4 to 5 miles per 8-hour shift. This distance varies based on hospital size, patient volume, and specific transporter duties.

The findings highlight the physical demands of the role and the importance of proper footwear, ergonomic practices, and workload management to prevent fatigue and injury.