Full-Time Patient Transporter (8a-4p)

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ, is seeking a Full-Time Patient Transporter to support patient flow and safety. This role requires assisting patients, transporting them within the facility, and handling light duties during shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with every-other-weekend coverage.

The starting rate is $18.50 per hour, with opportunities to contribute to a respected health system that prioritizes patient care and teamwork across the Atlantic Health Network.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED/Equivalent required.
• Must read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to work well under time constraints.
• Exposed to extreme temperatures and manual tasks up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ascertains patient name, destination, mode of travel, time, and other data, following written or verbal instructions.
• Guides or escorts incoming patients from admitting office or reception desk to designated area.
• Caries patient's luggage.
• Assists patient in walking to prevent accidents by falling, or transports non-ambulatory patient, using wheelchair.
• Transports patient, alone or with assistance, in bed, wheeled cart, or wheelchair to designated areas within facility during patient stay.
• Delivers messages, mail, medical records, and other items.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Time management under pressure

Physical endurance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

CPR certification preferred

Job description

Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ, is seeking a Full-Time Patient Transporter to support patient flow and safety. This role requires assisting patients, transporting them within the facility, and handling light duties during shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with every-other-weekend coverage.

The starting rate is $18.50 per hour, with opportunities to contribute to a respected health system that prioritizes patient care and teamwork across the Atlantic Health Network.