Hospital Patient Transporter — Full-Time Evening Shift

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 52,349,000 - 56,482,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center in Summit is seeking a full-time Patient Transporter to cover 11:00AM-11:00PM shifts, including every other weekend. Starting rate is $18.50 per hour. The role involves transporting patients, delivering items, and assisting with patient movement throughout the facility.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma or GED, be able to read, write and speak English, and work well under time constraints. CPR certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED/Equivalent required.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• Ability to work well under time constraints.
• Lifts and pushes up to 50 lbs; exposed to extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient name, destination, mode of travel, and time per instructions.
• Escort patients from admitting desk to designated areas.
• Carry patient's luggage.
• Assist or transport non-ambulatory patients using wheelchairs.
• Transport patients within the facility to designated areas during stay.
• Deliver messages, mail, records, and other items.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Time management

Physical endurance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center in Summit is seeking a full-time Patient Transporter to cover 11:00AM-11:00PM shifts, including every other weekend. Starting rate is $18.50 per hour. The role involves transporting patients, delivering items, and assisting with patient movement throughout the facility.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma or GED, be able to read, write and speak English, and work well under time constraints. CPR certification is preferred.