Transportation Coordinator

Desert Springs Post Acute; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Desert Springs Post Acute in Desert Hot Springs, CA is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to plan and coordinate resident transportation for medical appointments and essential outings, ensuring a seamless experience for residents, families, and healthcare providers. The role requires strong organization, multitasking, and excellent communication.

duties include scheduling, coordinating with clinical staff and vendors, maintaining records, and protecting resident confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous scheduling, transportation coordination, healthcare, or administrative experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and scheduling systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Customer service-oriented with a professional and compassionate demeanor.
• Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, or healthcare setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule resident transportation for medical appointments, procedures, and other approved outings.
• Communicate appointment details with residents, families, transportation providers, and clinical staff.
• Track and maintain transportation schedules and appointment calendars.
• Confirm appointments and transportation arrangements to ensure timely service.
• Monitor transportation requests and prioritize urgent needs appropriately.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation.
• Coordinate with clinical and interdisciplinary teams regarding resident transportation needs.
• Assist with administrative duties and special projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and resident confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Transportation coordination

Healthcare setting knowledge

Administrative experience

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Scheduling systems

Job description

Desert Springs Post Acute | Desert Hot Springs, CA Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour DOE Full-Time

Help Keep Our Residents Connected to the Care They Need

Desert Springs Post Acute is seeking a highly organized and compassionate Transportation Coordinator to join our team. In this vital role, you will coordinate resident transportation to medical appointments, treatments, and other essential destinations while ensuring a seamless experience for residents, families, and healthcare providers.

Position Summary

The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating transportation services for residents while maintaining effective communication with healthcare providers, transportation vendors, residents, families, and facility staff. This role plays an important part in supporting quality resident care and ensuring appointments are managed efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule resident transportation for medical appointments, procedures, and other approved outings
• Communicate appointment details with residents, families, transportation providers, and clinical staff
• Track and maintain transportation schedules and appointment calendars
• Confirm appointments and transportation arrangements to ensure timely service
• Monitor transportation requests and prioritate urgent needs appropriately
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation
• Coordinate with clinical and interdisciplinary teams regarding resident transportation needs
• Assist with administrative duties and special projects as assigned
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and resident confidentiality requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous scheduling, transportation coordination, healthcare, or administrative experience preferred
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and scheduling systems
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Customer service-oriented with a professional and compassionate demeanor
• Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, or healthcare setting is a plus

Why Join Desert Springs Post Acute?

• Competitive pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour DOE
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident care and satisfaction
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Join a team committed to excellence, compassion, and service

At Desert Springs Post Acute, we recognize that exceptional resident care extends beyond our walls. As a Transportation Coordinator, you'll play a key role in helping residents access the services they need while contributing to a positive and coordinated care experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.