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Lehigh Valley Health Network

Central Transporter - Full Time - Evening Shift

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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.

$36,293 / year median in Pennsylvania

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Full-Time Evening Shift Department Central Transport Shift Details Evening Shift, 12p to 8p and weekends Job ID wd-JR140291 Posted August 25, 2026 Central Transporter
  • Full Time
  • Evening Shift Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce. Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work. Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital
  • Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital
  • Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital
  • Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital
  • Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety.
These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Under the Central Transport Cost center the Central Transporter provides safe and timely transport for patients through the hospital. Job Duties Assists with lifting, moving, and positioning patients at the technologist's request Transports or moves patients with appropriate awareness of uniqueness of patient, ranging from infant to adult Clean and Sterilize Instrument trays using established procedures Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, and correct use of protective barrier equipment Properly clean and maintain Medical Equipment Washes stretchers between each patient's use and places a clean bath blanket on the stretcher Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma/GED Less than 1 year experience in a distribution center or related field Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to build comprehensive reports and effectively convey information to others. Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
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Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift.
  • Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer:
This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
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//youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes. . Location Lehigh Valley Hospital
  • Hazleton 700 E Broad St, 18201, Hazleton, United States (Map)