Patient Transporter, Patient Transporter at RWJBarnabas Health – Elizabeth, New Jersey

Job Title:Patient Transporter

Location:WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name:Patient Transport

Req #:0000202353

Status:

Shift:Evening

Salary Range: $16.70 - $16.70

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work,

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:

The Patient Transporter is responsible for transporting in-patients 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 required
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently
• Attend all mandatory hospital and departmental training

Preferred:

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience helpful but not necessary

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• CPR Certification required within 30 days of hire

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift: 1:00pm-9:00pm
• Monday- Friday, Holiday and 1 weekend a month
• Full Time

Essential Functions:

• Transports patients to and from all areas in the Hospital complex including patient careunits 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 patienttransport or messenger needs
• Keep transport equipment clean and ready for use. Report all malfunctioningequipment 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 completedcalls so as to receive next assignment. Immediately reports any delays or unusual circumstances to theManager
• Maintains necessary records of transportation/messenger activity includingname/item, the time of departure and the time of arrival to designated area
• Other duties and tasks as assign by Department Administration
• 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 employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.

These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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.