Patient Escort
How this pay compares
This posting states $16.50 an hour. Open patient transporter jobs in New York post a median of $20.25 an hour, the middle half $19.52–$25.74, across 24 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Patient transporters employed in New York earn a median of $22.40 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
About the job
Patient Escort
Primary Vascular Care is currently seeking compassionate and reliable individuals to join our team as Patient Escorts.
Primary Vascular Care is a specialized vascular group dedicated exclusively to serving the long-term care space. We bring a clinic-like experience - providing advanced vascular care - directly into nursing homes.
- Personalized bedside care minimizes the need for patients to leave their familiar environment.
- From routine vascular assessments to advanced procedures, our team ensures comprehensive, high-quality care for all our patients.
Job Overview
As a Patient Escort, you will be responsible for transporting patients from a Nursing home to our facility, ensuring safe and comfortable movement between various locations. You will play a vital role in facilitating patient care, particularly for those who require assistance with mobility or experience anxiety about their transportation.
Key Responsibilities
- Transporting Patients: Safely move patients using wheelchairs, stretchers, or by assisting them to walk.
- Providing Comfort and Support: Offer reassurance and a friendly presence to patients who may feel anxious or uncomfortable.
- Assisting with Transfers: Help patients transition between beds, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment.
- Maintaining Patient Safety: Ensure a secure and comfortable environment during transport.
- Communicating with Patients and Staff: Provide updates on the patient's condition and needs to ensure seamless patient care.
- Following Instructions: Adhere to protocols and procedures related to patient care and transportation.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred but not required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a compassionate demeanor.
- Ability to assist patients with mobility challenges.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Commitment to follow safety protocols and guidelines.
- Must have reliable personal transportation (own vehicle required)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
Location: Bronx, Brooklyn, Commack
Type: Per diem
If you are passionate about providing care and support to patients and want to make a difference in their healthcare journey, we would love to hear from you!
Join us in our mission to enhance the patient experience at Primary Vascular Care. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
From Primary Vascular Care's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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