Patient Transporter

RWJBarnabas Health; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJUH Hamilton Hospital is seeking a Patient Transporter for the evening shift to support safe, compassionate patient movement across the campus. You will assist with bed transfers, discharges, and transport to imaging and units, maintaining patient comfort and safety.

The role emphasizes clear communication with nurses, physicians, and fellow team members, adherence to isolation protocols, and reliable performance in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in and out of beds with nurse/PCT support.
• Safely transport patients via wheelchair during discharges.
• Ensure patients are comfortable and safe during transit.
• Transport patients to/from hospital units and Imaging Modalities within timeframes.
• Update transport status using the automated system.
• Aid bed management by organizing beds and removing unused oxygen tanks.
• Follow isolation PPE and hand hygiene protocols.
• Identify patients with two identifiers.
• Log attendance, print tickets, and notify staff on arrival.

Skills

Patient transport

Communication

Teamwork

Safety

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Patient Transporter

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Patient Transport

Req #: 0000260537

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $16.59 - $20.20 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Patient Transporter

As a Patient Transporter, you'll play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate care by helping patients move throughout the hospital with dignity and confidence. Every interaction is an opportunity to provide reassurance while supporting the clinical teams who depend on timely patient transport.

As a Patient Transporter, a typical day might include the following:

• Assist patients in and out of beds with the support of a nurse or PCT.
• Assist patient discharges by safely transporting via wheelchair, ensuring a positive and compassionate transition from the hospital.
• Ensure patients are comfortable and safe during transit.
• Transport patients to and from hospital units and Imaging Modalities within expected timeframes.
• Maintain communication with the Transport Dispatcher and accurately update transport status using the automated system.
• Assist with bed management by organizing beds, cleaning beds, and removing oxygen tanks once beds are no longer in use.
• Follow established isolation protocols, including PPE and hand hygiene requirements.
• Use two patient identifiers to correctly identify every patient.
• Sign in and out of the logbook, print the ticket to ride, and notify nursing staff when patients arrive on the unit.

This role might be for you if:

• You enjoy helping others and making people feel comfortable during stressful moments.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where every task supports quality patient care.
• You communicate clearly and work well with nurses, physicians, and fellow team members.
• You are dependable, safety-focused, and take pride in doing things the right way.
• You enjoy physically active work that keeps you engaged throughout your shift.

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must successfully complete site and department orientation and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

This full- time evening position requires availability for the 3:00p.m. to 11:00 p.m. shift, including rotating weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate is committed to patient safety, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service on every transport.