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Tower Health

Patient Transporter- WEEKENDS

Reading, PA · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

WEEKEND ONLY (Saturday & Sunday). 6:30am-3pm or 10:30pm-7am. The Patient Transporter : * Is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of patients, various blood products from the lab, and other ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$16.68 - $18.99/hr

Patient Transport Status: Part-Time Shift: Evening Facility: RWJ Somerset Department: Patient ... Weekends and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$16/hr

Patient Transporter Req #: 0000258876 Category: Patient Transport Status: Part-Time Shift: Evening ... With weekend and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$16/hr

Patient Transporter Req #: 0000258864 Category: Patient Transport Status: Part-Time Shift: Night ... Must be able to work every other weekend and every other holiday Essential Functions: * Maintains a ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

Somerville, NJ

$16.68 - $18.99/hr

Patient Transporter Location: RWJUH Somerset Department Name: Patient Transport Req #: 0000254526 ... Weekends and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$16/hr

Patient Transporter Req #: 0000249649 Category: Patient Transport Status: Full-Time Shift: Evening ... With weekend and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$16.68 - $18.99/hr

Patient Transporter Req #: 0000248147 Category: Patient Transport Status: Per Diem Shift: Day ... With weekend and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

Somerville, NJ

$16.68 - $18.99/hr

Patient Transporter Location: RWJUH Somerset Department Name: Patient Transport Req #: 0000254526 ... Weekends and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$16/hr

Patient Transporter Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick Department Name: Patient Transport Req ... Must be able to work every other weekend and every other holiday Essential Functions: * Maintains a ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$16.68 - $18.99/hr

Patient Transporter Location: RWJUH Somerset Department Name: Patient Transport Req #: 0000254526 ... Weekends and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$16.68 - $18.99/hr

Patient Transporter Location: RWJUH Somerset Department Name: Patient Transport Req #: 0000254526 ... Weekends and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$16.68 - $18.99/hr

Patient Transport Status: Full-Time Shift: Evening Facility: RWJ Somerset Department: Patient ... Every other Weekend Every other holiday Scheduling Requirements Shift 3:00pm-11:30pm Evening 40 ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Patient Transporter

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$16/hr

Patient Transporter Req #: 0000254507 Category: Patient Transport Status: Full-Time Shift: Evening ... Weekends and holiday requirements Essential Functions: * Maintains a level of attendance and ...

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How much do patient transporter weekends jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient transporter weekends in the United States is $19.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is patient transporter a stressful job?

Patient transporters often work in fast-paced healthcare environments, which can be physically demanding and require attention to safety protocols. The job may involve handling patients with mobility issues and working under time constraints, contributing to stress levels, especially during busy shifts or emergencies.

What is the difference between Patient Transporter Weekends vs Patient Transporter Full-Time?

AspectPatient Transporter WeekendsPatient Transporter Full-Time
Work SchedulePrimarily weekends and part-time hoursFull weekly schedule, including weekdays
CredentialsCPR certification often requiredSame certifications required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesSame as weekends, with additional hours
Employer UsageSupplemental staffing for weekendsRegular staffing for full-time roles

Patient Transporter Weekends typically work part-time during weekends, focusing on patient movement in healthcare settings, while Patient Transporter Full-Time work involves a standard full-week schedule. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same environments, but differ mainly in hours and employment type.

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Infographic showing various Patient Transporter Weekends job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,824 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Patient Transporter- WEEKENDS

Tower Health

Reading, PA • On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Tower Health rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 104 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

379th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Summary
Work Schedule: WEEKEND ONLY (Saturday & Sunday). 6:30am-3pm or 10:30pm-7am.
The Patient Transporter:
  • Is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of patients, various blood products from the lab, and other medical items to and from clinical units as well as various diagnostic treatment and testing areas, while adhering to all Tower Health policies and procedures by supporting the nursing staff with the delivery of quality patient care. We are the hub of patient movement and an essential ingredient to the overall flow of the hospital.
  • Promotes a safe environment and performs all work-related duties in a safe manner.
  • Stays up to date on all PPE education, participates in annual fit testing, and makes sure the proper PPE is being worn for the proper isolation requiring it.
  • Provides a positive and reassuring presence while transporting patients to various locations throughout the hospital.
  • Efficiently maneuvers various types of patient equipment through hospital halls, elevators, and rooms.

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Safely move patients to and from clinical units and various diagnostic/treatment areas within the hospital via a wheelchair, stretcher, or bed which may include patients with oxygen tanks, IVs, and other equipment.
  • Walk an excess of 10 miles per 8-hour shift, while pushing a patient 60% of that 10+ miles.
  • Assist patient care staff in the hands-on process of transferring patients to the transport equipment utilizing safe patient handling and lifting techniques.
  • Provides emergency assistance to patients who become ill during transport, calls for proper emergency staff, and remains with patient until that help arrives.
  • Transport deceased patients to the Morgue in a timely manner and ensures a clinical staff member accompanies to Morgue in order to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately
  • Assist with maintaining an organized and safe department and hospital by promptly and neatly storing transport equipment in approved storage and staging areas only. Promptly removes any equipment with suspected mechanical problems and labels for repair.

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Qualifications
Education Requirements
  • Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
  • High School Diploma - OR - GED - OR - Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education

Experience
  • Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure
  • BLS Certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire date

Required Skills
  • Customer Service Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Excellent Communications Skills
  • Excellent Interpersonal Skills
  • Good Reasoning Skills
  • Listening Skills
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Service Orientation
  • Strong Team Player

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Overview
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.

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