Transporter

Cooper Norcross University Hospital • Camden, NJ

6d • $17 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the safe, timely, and accurate transport of patients, medical equipment, and patient-related items to their destinations, enabling physicians, nurses, technicians, and therapists to perform their duties effectively. The Transporter supports positive patient and customer satisfaction, uses proper body mechanics, follows policies and procedures established by the hospital, department, and regulatory agencies, and acts as a positive role model and team player while demonstrating the hospital’s mission and values.

The role involves frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and transferring patients, as well as navigating to and from locations throughout the facility. The position requires working at a fast pace, multitasking, and responding thoughtfully to emergencies or unusual situations. The schedule is 3 p.m.–11:30 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday.

Requirements

• Obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification during department orientation if not certified before hire.
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
• Service- and quality-focused approach to meeting a wide range of needs.
• Ability to navigate throughout the facility.
• Ability to solve problems and think quickly during emergencies or unusual situations.
• Ability to multitask and work at a fast pace.
• Neat, professional appearance and a friendly demeanor.
• Physical ability to withstand frequent to prolonged walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and transferring patients.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• BLS certification before hire.

Responsibilities

• Safely, promptly, and accurately transport patients, medical equipment, and patient-related items to their destinations.
• Support physicians, nurses, technicians, and therapists in performing their duties effectively.
• Promote positive patient and customer satisfaction.
• Use proper body mechanics and follow hospital, department, and regulatory policies, procedures, and standards.
• Act as a positive role model and team player, demonstrating the hospital’s mission and values.
• Navigate to and from various locations throughout the facility.
• Respond to emergencies or unusual situations and manage multiple tasks at a fast pace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED