Transporter/Aide

RWJBarnabas Health; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a part-time Transporter/Aide at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. This role involves assisting patients with mobility, transporting them between hospital units, and supporting clinical teams with timely patient transport.

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with an emphasis on safety and teamwork. The position requires day shifts on a part-time basis, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in and out of beds with support from nurses or PCT.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during transit.
• Transport patients to and from hospital units and imaging modalities.
• Maintain communication with Transport Dispatcher and update transport status.
• Assist with bed management and remove unused oxygen tanks.
• Follow isolation protocols, PPE, and hand hygiene requirements.
• Identify patients using two identifiers.
• Sign in/out of logbook and notify nursing staff on arrival.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety focus

Physical stamina

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Req #: 0000267780

Category: Patient Transport

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Patient Transport

Pay Range: $20.66 per hour

Pay Range: $20.67 - $20.67 per hour

Job Title: Transporter/Aide

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Patient Transport

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

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.

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.
• 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 part-time day shift (16hrs.) position requires availability for the 7:00am. to 3:00p.m. shift, including rotating weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate is committed to patient safety, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service during every transport.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer