Patient Transporter
 RWJBarnabas Health | |
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| 110 Rehill Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Mar 24, 2026 | |
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Patient Transporter
Req #: 0000239802 Category: Patient Transport Status: Per Diem Shift: Evening 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 #: 0000239802 Status: Hourly Shift: Evening 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: Transport patients in a safe and efficient manner throughout the hospital under the direction of supervisory personnel, Utilizes the automated transport system to perform duties, Performs routine cleaning of equipment used to transport patients, Adheres to universal infection control practices, Practices excellent customer service skills with all patients, visitors and employees, Qualifications: Must have excellent communications skills Scheduling Requirements Per Diem Evenings Every other weekend and holiday Days to work vary Shift: Anytime between 3PM 11:30PM 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 Contact the 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 Transporter always checks the patient's ID band for the two identifiers before transporting patient Name and Date of Birth Assists the nurse or technician in transferring the patient from the bed to the transport equipment or vice versa Uses 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 a transport. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer | |