Patient Transport Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Bakersfield (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Patient Transporter to move patients and medical supplies across the medical center. The role requires safe patient handling, adherence to policies, and timely communication with clinical teams.

Six months of transport or hospital care experience is required, with High School Diploma or GED. BLS certification within 1 month of hire is mandatory; Nursing Aide certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months experience in patient transport or hospital care.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions with clear communication.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 1 month of hire. Lead nursing aide certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients by wheelchair or gurney throughout the Medical Center.
• Pickup and deliver routine and STAT laboratory specimens, blood, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with transport tasks as needed and per policy; transport soiled equipment to Central Processing.
• Perform CPR and respond to Code Blue pages as required; support care settings as directed.

Skills

Patient transport

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Patient Transporter to move patients and medical supplies across the medical center. The role requires safe patient handling, adherence to policies, and timely communication with clinical teams.

Six months of transport or hospital care experience is required, with High School Diploma or GED. BLS certification within 1 month of hire is mandatory; Nursing Aide certification is preferred.