Patient Transporter – Evening Shift (Per Diem)

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Transport professional to move patients, specimens, and equipment across the facility with care and efficiency. You will transport patients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed, coordinating with clinical staff and participating in safety protocols to maintain patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include handling transport software, documenting assignments, and supporting throughput while maintaining high customer service standards for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in customer service.
• Ability to provide high level of customer service.
• Demonstrate compassionate, positive, upbeat disposition in interactions.
• Knowledge of basic equipment tools (typewriter, computer, copier, fax, calculator).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• AHA certification within 180 days.
• Driver's License_PA and State of Pennsylvania residency.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely and promptly as directed by staff and policies.
• Attend in-service education and scheduled department meetings.
• Support patient throughput and hospital capacity using transport software.
• Coordinate activities in the discharged patient holding area.
• Handle portable oxygen cylinders safely and perform safety checks to prevent cross infection.
• Receive and document transportation assignments.
• Perform equipment functions such as retrieving, stocking, transporting, cleaning, and sanitizing equipment.
• Move excess oxygen tanks to storage and ensure proper holders.

Skills

Customer service

Compassionate disposition

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Typewriter

Computer

Copier

Fax

Calculator

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Transport professional to move patients, specimens, and equipment across the facility with care and efficiency. You will transport patients via wheelchair, stretcher, or bed, coordinating with clinical staff and participating in safety protocols to maintain patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include handling transport software, documenting assignments, and supporting throughput while maintaining high customer service standards for