Transporter (Per Diem) - Patient Transport
Location: Reading, PA
Shift: Varied evening shift with a $2.00/hour differential
About the Role
Performs activities related to transportation of patients to and from diagnostic testing, room-to-room transfers, discharge, and admission as directed by nursing and ancillary departments. Serves customers within the facility, including patients, ancillary departments, and nursing units.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; must obtain AHA BLS certification by the end of orientation (may receive within three months of start date)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior patient experience
Benefits
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period
- Total Rewards Program featuring:
- Employee wellness programs and fitness discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
- Generous paid time off, personal time, and paid parental leave
- Retirement plans, extended illness bank, life insurance, and identity theft protection
- Competitive pay and tuition reimbursement
- PAWS UP employee recognition program
- HR Solution Center, learning and organizational development, virtual benefits orientation, and employee-exclusive concierge service for scheduling
About Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
St. Joseph Medical Center, established in 1873, is a 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital that joined Penn State Health in 2015. The medical center is dedicated to community health, education, and wellness, emphasizing patient-first care and core values. The organization fosters a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and collaboration to change lives daily.