Compassionate Patient Transporter—Move Patients Safely

Tower Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Free parking

Shift options

Job summary

Tower Health Reading Hospital is seeking a dedicated Patient Transporter for a full-time evening shift (3:00pm-11:30pm) with an every other weekend and holiday rotation. The role moves patients, blood products, and equipment between units, supporting nursing staff and ensuring patient care quality throughout the hospital.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification within 60 days, and strong communication, teamwork, and safety skills to maintain a safe hospital

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Strong communication and customer service skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely move patients to and from clinical units and diagnostic/treatment areas using wheelchairs, stretchers, or beds.
• Walk long distances (10+ miles per shift) while transporting patients.
• Assist with safe patient handling and lifting techniques; support nursing staff.
• Provide emergency assistance if patients become ill during transport and accompany to required areas.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Detail Oriented

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Good Reasoning Skills

Listening Skills

Multitasking

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Service Orientation

Strong Team Player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Job description

Tower Health Reading Hospital is seeking a dedicated Patient Transporter for a full-time evening shift (3:00pm-11:30pm) with an every other weekend and holiday rotation. The role moves patients, blood products, and equipment between units, supporting nursing staff and ensuring patient care quality throughout the hospital.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification within 60 days, and strong communication, teamwork, and safety skills to maintain a safe hospital