Patient Transport & Care Support Specialist

RCA - Recovery Centers of America Management Company; South Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Recovery Centers of America is seeking a Transportation Support Specialist to safely transport patients to medical appointments and other destinations, while assisting with patient care activities to keep them safe and on schedule.

You will perform daily vehicle checks, manage patient belongings, monitor safety, report incidents, and collaborate with other departments. The role requires a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and a high school diploma; CPR is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Experience in transportation or healthcare preferred.
• Good organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Comfortable using technology; training provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport Patients & Staff: Safely drive patients to medical appointments, treatments, and other locations.
• Vehicle Safety: Do daily checks on vehicles to ensure they’re safe and ready to use.
• Manage Patient Belongings: Handle patient belongings during admissions, visitation, and discharge.
• Monitor Patient Safety: Help keep track of patient activities and document behavior.
• Handle Incidents: Manage safety concerns and report any transportation issues to supervisors.
• Teamwork: Work with other departments about patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Additional Tasks: Take on other duties when transportation needs are low.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Time Management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Job description

Recovery Centers of America is seeking a Transportation Support Specialist to safely transport patients to medical appointments and other destinations, while assisting with patient care activities to keep them safe and on schedule.

You will perform daily vehicle checks, manage patient belongings, monitor safety, report incidents, and collaborate with other departments. The role requires a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and a high school diploma; CPR is preferred.