Patient Transporter

Ardent Health Services; Montclair (NJ); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is seeking a day-shift, full-time Patient Transporter in Montclair, NJ. The role involves transporting patients, equipment, and specimens, and providing compassionate support to patients and families.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, transporting to various locations, completing paperwork, and maintaining safety. Qualifications include the ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and operate a beeper for independent work.

Qualifications

• Physically able to transport patients in wheelchairs, stretchers, and/or beds.
• Ability to work independently utilizing a beeper.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Heavy pulling, pushing, and lifting are required (50 lbs or more).

Responsibilities

• Transport patients from their rooms to various locations.
• Greet and assist patients and visitors at hospitals and clinics as directed.
• Retrieve the proper equipment needed for the transport of patients.
• Complete daily paperwork documenting activity.
• Maintain a safe, healthy working environment.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families by listening to them and showing compassion.

Skills

Physically able to transport patients

Be able to work independently

Stand for long periods

Heavy lifting 50 lbs+

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time Patient Transporter in Montclair, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Responsibilities

• The Transporter will perform a variety of activities related to the transportation of patients, specimens, and equipment. They will greet as well as assist patients and visitors at hospitals and clinics as directed.
• Transport patients from their rooms to various locations.
• Retrieve the proper equipment needed for the transport of patients.
• Complete daily paperwork documenting activity.
• Maintain a safe, healthy working environment.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families by listening to them and showing compassion.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Physically able to transport patients in wheelchairs, stretchers, and/or beds.
• Ability to work independently utilizing a beeper.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Heavy pulling, pushing, and lifting are required (50 lbs or more).

Preferred Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.