Patient Transporter — Day Shift | PTO & Tuition

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Partner Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a dedicated Patient Transporter for the Day shift at our Elizabeth, NJ location. The role involves transporting inpatients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to designated test areas, while following safety policies and procedures.

Required: English proficiency and CPR within 30 days; must lift 50 lbs. Per Diem schedule with a daily shift. High school Diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, write, read and understand English.
• CPR certification required within the first 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs independently.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients to and from all areas in the hospital complex including patient care units and diagnostic testing areas.
• Report to work every day dressed professionally in uniform.
• Responds to call on radio from dispatches and/or other staff pertaining to patient transport or messenger needs.
• Keep transport equipment clean and ready for use; report all malfunctions to manager.
• Properly identifies ID bands and asks patient for name prior to starting transport.
• Reports to Manager upon arrival at assigned area and upon completion of calls for next assignment.
• Maintains records of transportation/messenger activity including name, item, departure time, and arrival time.

Skills

English language

CPR Certification

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a dedicated Patient Transporter for the Day shift at our Elizabeth, NJ location. The role involves transporting inpatients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to designated test areas, while following safety policies and procedures.

Required: English proficiency and CPR within 30 days; must lift 50 lbs. Per Diem schedule with a daily shift. High school Diploma preferred.