Patient Transporter Job at Main Hospital - New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ

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  • Main Hospital - New Brunswick
  • New Brunswick, NJ

Job Description

Job Overview:

Transports 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. Transports deceased to morgue.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Satisfactory communication skills

Preferred:

  • Prior transport experience

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Day 7a 3:30p
  • Monday, Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday and every other holiday

Essential Functions:

  • Transports 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.
  • Transports deceased to morgue

  • Advises nurse, nurse designee or technician when arrives on floor.
  • 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.
  • Maintains safety of patients.
  • 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 hand washing precaution before, during and after a transport

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.

Equal Opportunity Employee



RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Holiday work, Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Local area, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Sunday, Saturday,

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