Patient Transport & Mail Courier — Per Diem

Beth-Israel-Lahey-Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, MA is seeking a Per Diem Patient Transporter to escort patients, transport charts and mail, and manage equipment and mail duties across departments. You will follow safety protocols, match patient IDs, and maintain courteous interactions with patients and staff.

The role requires reading and writing in English, basic alpha-numeric sorting, and prior experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and comprehend English.
• Able to perform alpha-numeric sorting.
• 1 year of experience in a related setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients using wheelchairs and stretchers, ensuring safety and matching IDs to paperwork.
• Deliver and pick up patient-related items, mail, charts, and requisitions as requested.
• Sort and handle mail, manage postage, and maintain orderly mail areas.
• Transport equipment and ensure oxygen tanks are filled and returned after use.
• Uphold Lahey Clinic policies, principles, and customer service standards.
• Participate in mandatory education and quality improvement activities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, MA is seeking a Per Diem Patient Transporter to escort patients, transport charts and mail, and manage equipment and mail duties across departments. You will follow safety protocols, match patient IDs, and maintain courteous interactions with patients and staff.

The role requires reading and writing in English, basic alpha-numeric sorting, and prior experience in a hospital setting is preferred.