Patient Transporter
 RWJBarnabas Health | |
vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability, tuition reimbursement
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 United States, New Jersey, Somerville | |
| 110 Rehill Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Mar 26, 2026 | |
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Patient Transporter
Req #: 0000241714 Category: Patient Transport Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: RWJ Somerset Department: Patient Transport Pay Range: $16.36 - $18.71 per hour Location:
110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876 Job Title: Patient Transporter Location: RWJUH Somerset Department Name: Patient Transport Req #: 0000241714 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $16.36 - $18.71 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 Qualifications: Must have excellent communications skills Scheduling Requirements Day Shift 8:30AM 5PM Every other weekend and holiday Days to work vary Full Time Essential Functions: Accepts jobs in a timely manner, Places self in progress within 5 minutes of receiving job assignment Uses judgment in extending 5 minute grace period in waiting for patients Notifies dispatcher of delays Notifies system of job complete status Contacts dispatcher within 3 - 5 minutes if no job is received Advises the nurse, nurse designee or technician when they arrive to units and testing area Introduces self to patient The transporter always checks the patient's ID band for the two identifiers before transporting the patient's name and date of birth. Assists the nurse or technician in transferring the patient from the bed to the transport equipment or vice versa Use caution when rounding corners Ensures brakes are used when transferring from stretcher and/or wheelchair Maintains confidentiality of patient information Identifies appropriate situations to seek assistance from nursing staff and/or security Recognizes and reports patient discomfort, distress or emergency situations to the nurse or technician Always follow infection control and handwashing precautions before, during and after transport. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer | |