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RWJBarnabas Health - Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

Patient Escort

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $16.36–$18.35/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Long Branch, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/11/2026

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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

Job Title:

Patient Escort Location:

Monmouth Medical Center Department Name:

Patient Transport Req #: 0000238385

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Night Pay Range:

$16.36 - $18.35 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:

The Patient Escort transports patients within the hospital network in wheelchairs and stretchers from time of admission until discharge.

Qualifications:

Preferred:

AHA BLS High School diploma or equivalent

Scheduling Requirements:

11:00pm-7:30am Rotating weekends and holidays

Per Diem Essential Functions:

Demonstrates ability to interact and communicate appropriately with patients Functions in an emergency situation as a team member with guidance from supervisory personnel Maintains patient transport equipment (i.e. wheelchairs) in a safe manner Picks up and delivers equipment and specimens as requested Properly identifies the patient Records assignments in the Escort Log, signing patient on and off units Reports any equipment problems immediately to appropriate personnel Transports patients in a safe and timely manner Transports patients throughout various units/departments within Center