District Transport Aide

Patient Transportation Assistant

Responsible for assisting with preparation for transport and transporting patients between departments and patient care areas, answering department pages, telephone and cell phone calls promptly as well as courteously. Inspects equipment, and ensures necessary maintenance and repairs are performed. Notifies Director of needed repairs and maintains a log of equipment out for repairs. Instructs staff on the correct procedures relating to the performance of the duties of the department and the maintenance of equipment. This position will be required to float throughout the District as needed. Adheres to established policies and procedures, quality assurance programs, safety and environmental and infection control policies Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education : High School Diploma and / or combination of education and experience

Preferred Education : Not Applicable

Minimum Experience : Recent experience in customer service setting

Preferred Experience : Minimum of 6 months experience in a hospital setting

Required Certification : American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider

Preferred Certification : Not Applicable

Required License : Not Applicable

Preferred License : Not Applicable