Transportation Support Specialist

Location: 901 Ernston Road, South Amboy, NJ | Position Type: Per-Diem, Hourly

About The Role

We’re looking for a Transportation Support Specialist to safely transport patients to and from medical appointments, treatments, and other destinations. You’ll also help with patient care activities, making sure they’re safe, supported, and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Transport Patients & Staff: Safely drive patients to medical appointments, treatments, and other locations.
• Vehicle Safety: Perform daily checks on vehicles to ensure they’re safe and ready to use.
• Manage Patient Belongings: Handle patient belongings during admissions, visitation, and discharge.
• Monitor Patient Safety: Help keep track of patient activities and document behavior.
• Handle Incidents: Manage safety concerns and report any transportation issues to supervisors.
• Teamwork: Work with other departments about patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Additional Tasks: Take on other duties when transportation needs are low.

Requirements

Must Have:

• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Experience in transportation or healthcare
• CPR certification
• Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks
• Comfortable using technology (training provided if needed)

Skills

• Customer Service: Able to meet the needs of patients and team members.
• Teamwork: Works well with others, even without direct authority.
• Time Management: Can handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Communication: Clear in both speaking and writing.

Pay

$19 per hour

Schedule

Variable

A former patient may not be hired at the same location where they were treated until a minimum of one year has elapsed since the completion of their treatment at that location. Former patients may be considered for employment at other RCA locations within a year after treatment.