Patient Transporter

Patient Transporter RWJBarnabas Health United States, Jersey, Somerville 110 Rehill Avenue (Show on map) Feb 23, 2026 Patient Transporter Req #: 0000235713

Category:

Patient Transport Status:

Part-Time Shift:

Day 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 #: 0000235713

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Day 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 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 Shift:

Day 11am-7:30pm Every other weekend and holiday Days to work varies

Per Diem 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 Contacts dispatcher within 3 - 5 minutes if no job is received Advises nurse, nurse designee or technician when arrives 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 hand washing precaution before, during and after a transport RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer