Transporter/Aide

RWJBarnabas Health; Rhône; Sur place; USD 30 000 - 50 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Transporter/Aide to ensure the safe and timely movement of patients within a medical facility. This part-time role emphasizes patient care and comfort, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to manage various patient needs. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, working closely with nursing staff to enhance patient experiences. With a commitment to community health and employee well-being, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a compassionate healthcare team.

Prestations

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Discounts Through Partners

Qualifications

• Ability to support and push patients of various weights (100 lbs. to 300+ lbs.).
• Prior experience as Transporter or in Customer Service is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Transport patients using wheelchairs and stretchers while ensuring comfort.
• Greet patients and maintain privacy during transport.

Connaissances

Patient Transport

Customer Service

Communication

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Paging System

Description du poste

Transporter/Aide
Req #: 0000190318

Category: Transport

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Endoscopy Room

Location:

Clara Maass Medical Center,
1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of a Department of Supervisor or Manager, the Transporter/Aide will provide the highest level of safety, courtesy, and timely movement of patients - from one patient care area to another, within the Clara Maass Medical Center. This includes the cooperative effort with nursing personnel to physically move the patient between the bed and mode of transportation (i.e. wheelchair, stretcher, etc.). The Team Leader and Patient Transport staff will provide training. Safety is our number one priority, so we consider this one of many responsibilities to be important.

Qualifications:

Required:

• The ability to support and push patients of various body conditions (weights ranging from 100 lbs. to 300+ lbs.)

• Able to work with the paging system

Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience as Transporter
• BLS Certificate
• One (1) year of experience as a Customer Service representative
• Experience in patient transport, medical experience and patient contact

Scheduling Requirements

• Shift: Day
• Time: 7a-3p
• Status: Part Time - 25hrs
• Position may require work every other weekend/holiday

Essential Functions:

• Greet patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner. Transport patients using wheelchairs and stretchers
• Checks two forms of patient identification prior to transporting
• Ensure the comfort of the patient while transporting for both the Radiology departments
• Engage patient in conversation during the transport to make patient feel more at ease
• Maintain patient privacy when transporting at all times
• Complete an In-Patient transport within 20 minutes - Leave to Return TAT
• Communicate any delays back to department; request new assignment if necessary
• Assists nursing staff with removing patient from bed when necessary
• In times of high activity, helps in any other area as needed
• Makes equipment rounds and transports equipment back to central supply, PACU or any other area of the hospital as directed
• Picks up medications from pharmacy as directed and brings to appropriate floor, when requested
• Other duties as assigned

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer