Job Description

Patient Transporter

Req #: 0000250479

Category: Patient Transport

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department: Patient Transport

Pay Range: $17.88 per hour

Location: 225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title: Patient Transporter

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Patient Transport

Req #: 0000250479

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $17.88 - $17.88 per hour

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.

Job Overview:

Transport inpatients via wheelchair stretcher and or bed to designated test areas within hospital adhering to all safety and departmental policies procedures and protocols

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to speak write read and understand the English language
• CPR Certified or CPR Certification required within the first 30 days of hire
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs independently

Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Schedule Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Day Shift

Essential Functions:

• 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 malfunctioning equipment to manager
• Use proper body mechanics in transporting patients Properly identifies ID bands & asking name patient prior to starting transport
• Reports to Manager upon arrival at assigned area as well as reporting on completed calls so as to receive next assignment Immediately reports any delays or unusual circumstances to the Manager
• Maintains necessary records of transportation/messenger activity including name item the time of departure and the time of arrival to designated area
• Can carry push lift pull a minimum of 50 pounds If employee finds weight beyond 50 pounds excessive then reports same to supervisor and does not attempt to lift on own

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift

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