Patient Transporter Per Diem / VOLOL Camden

Virtua; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Tuition assistance

401(k)/403(b)

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a Patient Transporter for a part-time, per diem role on the 2nd shift. The position involves transporting patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed and coordinating with nursing and diagnostic teams to ensure smooth patient flow.

Hours are Weekdays 12:00pm–10:00pm, with every third weekend (Sat 10am–8pm; Sun 9am–7pm). Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent, and a positive, service-oriented demeanor with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a positive demeanor and have strong verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to handle potentially stressful situations and multi-task.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from departments/units. Ensure patient safety and comfort during movement.
• Care for and clean wheelchairs/stretchers and monitor safety equipment; report needs.
• Coordinate with other transporters and inform nurses and diagnostic teams about patient status.

Skills

Positive demeanor

Strong verbal communication

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), 403(b)

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that’s wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we’ve received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we’re committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We’re also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave

Remote Type:

On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Per Diem

Time Type:

Part time

Work Shift:

2nd Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

0

Job Information:

Work Schedule:

Weekdays: 12:00pm to 10:00pm.

Every 3rd weekend (Sat 10am to 8pm & Sun 9am to 7pm).

Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting and supporting all departments by transporting patients to and from units/departments; uses wheelchairs, stretchers, or bed.

Position Responsibilities:

• Transport patients to and from departments/units. Includes appropriate patient identification, patient comfort and safety (assisting in lifting, moving and positioning in bed/wheelchair, etc), and providing patient information.
• Care for and clean wheelchairs/stretchers and initiate appropriate action when repair is required (check supply of oxygen, replenish and change regulators as necessary).
• Coordinates with other transporters based on patient schedules to ensure smooth flow of transport operations; communicates patient information to nurses and testing (diagnostic) departments as necessary.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

• Must demonstrate a positive demeanor and have strong verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to handle potentially stressful situations and multi-task.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Required Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

(CPR Preferred).

Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $21.33 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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