Transporter - VARIED SHIFTS - Patient Transport

Penn State Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Reading seeks a Transporter for varied shifts. This entry-level role involves transporting patients for diagnostic testing and admissions, ensuring quality care and service. Join a dedicated team focused on patient-first care and community wellness.

Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification required or must obtain within three months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from diagnostic testing and room-to-room transfers.
• Serve customers in the facility such as patients and nursing units.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Reading

Work Type: PRN

FTE: 0.001

Shift: Varied

Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour

Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour

Hours: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

Recruiter Contact: Kiara M. Cruz Morales at [e-mail]

Summary of Position

Performs activities related to transportation of patients to and from diagnostic testing, room-to-room transfers, discharge, and admission as directed by nursing and ancillary departments. Serves the customer in the facility such as: patients, ancillary departments, and nursing units.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support certification required or must obtain within three (3) months of start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Patient experience preferred.

Why Penn State Health?

Offers opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a diverse patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Benefits

• Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts.
• Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement plans, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Competitive pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and employee recognition programs.
• Support via HR, Learning and Development, and Virtual Benefits Orientation.

About St. Joseph Medical Center

Established in 1873, the hospital moved to a new 204-bed facility in 2006 and joined Penn State Health in 2015. Committed to community health, education, and wellness, it emphasizes patient-first care and core values.

We prioritize your care with state-of-the-art equipment, ongoing learning, and a culture of excellence. Our award-winning healthcare is driven by our dedicated staff.

This job posting is a general outline of duties and is not exhaustive. Eligibility for shift differential pay is based on company policy or union contract. All hires will undergo a background check. Penn State Health values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, gender, or other protected statuses.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare

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