Patient Transporter Req #: 0000205339
Category: Transport
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Evening
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Patient Transport
Location: 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title: Patient Transporter

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Patient Transport

Req #: 0000205339

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $16.70 - $16.70 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 Summary

Transport inpatients via wheelchair stretcher and or bed to designated test areas within hospital adhering to all safety and departmental policies procedures and protocols Must be able to read and write in English fluently Must be computer literate and able to use a hand held device Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs independently Must be CPR certified or pass receive CPR certification within 30 days of hire Attend all mandatory hospital and departmental training

Essential Functions

Transports patients to and from all areas in the Hospital complex including patient care units and Diagnostic testing areasReport to work every day dressed professionally in uniformResponds to call on Radio from dispatches and or other staff pertaining to patient transport or messenger needsKeep transport equipment clean and ready for use Report all malfunctioning equipment to managerUse proper body mechanics in transporting patients Properly identifies ID bands & asking name patient prior to starting transportReports 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 ManagerMaintains necessary records of transportation/messenger activity including name item the time of departure and the time of arrival to designated areaOther duties and tasks as assign by Department AdministrationCan 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

Education and Experience

High School graduate or equivalent preferred Ability to speak write read and understand the English language .CPR Certified or CPR Certification required within the first 30 days of hire

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer