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Monmouth Medical Center - Southern Campus

Patient Escort

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Patient Transporter or Orderly moves hospital patients from one place to another and cleans equipment and facilities. May assist with basic care of patients such as feeding and dressing. Works in hospitals or in long-term care facilities.

$37,819 / year median in New Jersey

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Req #: 0000261953
Category:
Patient Transport Status:
Per Diem Shift:
Night Facility:
Monmouth Medical Center•
Southern Campus Department:
Patient Transport Pay Range:
$16.68•$18.62 per hour
Location:
600 River Road, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Job Title:
Patient Escort Location:
MMC Southern Campus Department Name:
Patient Transport Req #: 0000261953
Status:
Hourly Shift:
Night Pay Range:
$16.68•$18.62 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. As a Patient Transporter, you'll play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate care by helping patients move throughout the hospital with dignity and confidence. Every interaction is an opportunity to provide reassurance while supporting the clinical teams who depend on timely patient transport. As a Patient Transporter, a typical day might include the following: Assist patients in and out of beds with the support of a nurse or PCT. Assist patient discharges by safely transporting via wheelchair, ensuring a positive and compassionate transition from the hospital. Ensure patients are comfortable and safe during transit. Transport patients to and from hospital units and Imaging Modalities within expected timeframes. Maintain communication with the Transport Dispatcher and accurately update transport status using the automated system. Assist with bed management by organizing beds, cleaning beds, and removing oxygen tanks once beds are no longer in use. Follow established isolation protocols, including PPE and hand hygiene requirements. Use two patient identifiers to correctly identify every patient. Sign in and out of the logbook, print the ticket to ride, and notify nursing staff when patients arrive on the unit. This role might be for you if: You enjoy helping others and making people feel comfortable during stressful moments. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where every task supports quality patient care. You communicate clearly and work well with nurses, physicians, and fellow team members. You are dependable, safety-focused, and take pride in doing things the right way. You enjoy physically active work that keeps you engaged throughout your shift. To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must successfully complete site and department orientation and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. This per-dem position requires availability for the 11:00pm to 7:30am shift, including rotating weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate is committed to patient safety, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service during every transport. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer