Patient Transport Aide - Hospital Floater

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health in Escondido, California seeks a Patient Transport Assistant for evening shifts. The role supports preparation and transport of patients between departments and care areas, handling pages and calls promptly while maintaining safety and equipment logs.

The position may float across the district as needed. Required is a High School Diploma, strong customer service experience, and a recent hospital setting exposure.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma.
• Recent experience in customer service setting.
• Minimum 6 months experience in a hospital setting.
• BLS - Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation for transport and transport patients between departments.
• Answer department pages, telephone and cell phone calls promptly and courteously.
• Inspect equipment and ensure maintenance and repairs are performed.
• Notify Director of needed repairs and maintain a log of equipment out for repairs.
• Instruct staff on proper procedures for department duties and equipment upkeep.
• Float throughout the District as needed.

Skills

Customer Service

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Palomar Health in Escondido, California seeks a Patient Transport Assistant for evening shifts. The role supports preparation and transport of patients between departments and care areas, handling pages and calls promptly while maintaining safety and equipment logs.

The position may float across the district as needed. Required is a High School Diploma, strong customer service experience, and a recent hospital setting exposure.