Compassionate Patient Transporter — Day Shift

RWJBarnabas Health; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care FSAs

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring a Patient Transporter for RWJ Hamilton, with a day shift in a busy hospital environment. You will support patient movement, ensuring safety and dignity while coordinating with nurses and physicians.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and compassionate patient care. The position requires orientation completion and strong communication skills, with a preference for a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in and out of beds with nursing support.
• Transport patients safely via wheelchair and beds as assigned.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during transit.
• Move patients to hospital units and imaging within timeframes.
• Log transport status with dispatcher and update the system.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring a Patient Transporter for RWJ Hamilton, with a day shift in a busy hospital environment. You will support patient movement, ensuring safety and dignity while coordinating with nurses and physicians.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and compassionate patient care. The position requires orientation completion and strong communication skills, with a preference for a high school diploma or equivalent.