Patient Transporter

Geisinger Health

Wilkes, PA, United States
Base: $15.25 minimum hourly with increases for exp...
Patient and equipment transport via wheelchair or gurney
Use of technology system for transport assignments
Proper patient identification and safety procedures
Make a real impact in healthcare by helping patients get where they need to go safely, comfortably, and with compassion

Job Summary

  • Make a real impact in healthcare by helping patients get where they need to go safely, comfortably, and with compassion.
  • Geisinger is proud to offer a Patient Transporter a $2,500 sign on bonus for eligible candidates, $15.25 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $2 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts.
  • Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family by offering a competitive compensation and benefits package including full benefits starting on day one.

Matching Summary

Make a real impact in healthcare by helping patients get where they need to go safely, comfortably, and with compassion.

Salary

Base: $15.25 minimum hourly with increases for experience; Bonus/Equity: $2,500 sign-on bonus paid in two installments; Benefits: Full health, dental, vision benefits starting day one plus shift differentials

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patient and equipment transport via wheelchair or gurney
  • Use of technology system for transport assignments
  • Proper patient identification and safety procedures
  • Equipment cleaning and maintenance coordination
  • Collaboration with healthcare team members

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Teamwork and organizing abilities
  • Professional patient interaction
  • Adherence to patient transport and nursing handoff guidelines

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
  • No clinical license required
  • Ability to lift and maneuver patients using proper body mechanics
  • Certification and license requirements not specified

Work Rights

Not specified

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