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Patient Escort

$35k to $39k

Lakewood, NJPer diemPosted Oct 30, 2026

Against the United States typical range

Job description

Job Title: Patient Escort Location: MMC Southern Campus Department Name: Patient Transport Req #: 0000272026 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $16.68 - $18.62 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.

Patient Escort As a Patient Escort, you#ll play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate care by helping patients move throughout the hospital with dignity and confidence. Every interaction is an opportunity to provide reassurance while supporting the clinical teams who depend on timely patient transport. As a Patient Transporter, a typical day might include the following: Assist patient discharges by safely transporting via wheelchair, ensuring a positive and compassionate transition from the hospital.

Ensure patients are comfortable and safe during transit Transport patients to and from hospital units and Imaging Modalities within expected timeframes Maintain communication with the Transport Dispatcher and accurately update transport status using the automated system. Assist with bed management by organizing beds, cleaning beds, and removing oxygen tanks once beds are no longer in use.

Follow established isolation protocols, including PPE and hand hygiene requirements. Sign in and out of the logbook, print the ticket to ride, and notify nursing staff when patients arrive on the unit This role might be for you if: You enjoy helping others and making people feel comfortable during stressful moments You thrive in a fast-paced environment where every task supports quality patient care You communicate clearly and work well with nurses, physicians, and fellow team members You are dependable, safety-focused, and take pride in doing things the right way You enjoy physically active work that keeps you engaged throughout your shift To be considered for this opportunity, a high school diploma or equivalent and AHA BLS #is preferred.

This per diem position requires availability for the 8:00am # 4:30pm shift, including rotating weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate is committed to patient safety, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service on every transport.

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