Patient Transport Aide - Per Diem - Evening

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Transportation Aide to support patient care by safely moving patients and specimens within the assigned area. You will interact with patients to alleviate fears and ensure a positive healthcare experience while maintaining efficiency and safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliable communication, and adherence to hospital protocols to support the patient experience and ensure smooth operations across departments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication to alleviate patient fears and provide comfort.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and specimens as requested within the assigned area.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Transportation Aide is responsible for transporting patients and/or specimens upon request throughout the assigned area.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Utilizes social skills and communicates appropriately to alleviate fears and/or anxiety of the patient and provide the Best Healthcare Experience.