Job Description

Helps patients by transporting them into, around, and out of the health care organization.
Warmly greet patients and visitors, providing directions to facilities and escorting members or visitors when necessary.
Transports patients by assisting them from their vehicles (do not lift patients from their vehicles). Utilizes proper body
mechanics when lifting and transferring patients to and from wheelchairs.
3.2
3.3 Responds to all transport requests with a sense of urgency.
Ensures the safe, timely and accurate transport of patients to their destination to include bringing the proper requested
equipment if necessary.
3.4
Comforts patients and their families by being attentive, offering support and encouragement, being punctual and attentive to
appointment schedules, demonstrating caring and cultural sensitivity. Only engages in appropriate conversation involving the
patient.
3.5
3.6 Notifies nursing personnel, clinician, technician or reception upon arrival for patient.
3.7 Alerts nursing staff immediately to any signs of patient distress or equipment malfunctions.
Maintains safe, secure and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with federal and state
legal regulations.
3.8
3.9 Collects and returns wheelchairs to the proper holding areas. Maintains equipment and reports equipment needing repairs.
3.10 Disinfects transport equipment before and after use.
3.11 Updates job knowledge by participating in educational and training opportunities.
3.12 Assist with all other duties as assigned.
3.13 Introduce self and your role
3.14 Be knowledgeable about your job so that you can serve others effectively
3.15 Help others, offering to assist (Ask, how may I help you?)
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3.16 Do your share. Do what you say you will do and take action, follow through. Be willing to pitch in and help
3.17 Let your patients, customers and co-workers know what they can expect from you and follow through
3.18 Be an active listener (make eye contact, validate)
Address customers as Mr., Mrs., or Ms. until invited to do otherwise. Never use terms of endearment such as hon, dear,
sweetie, etc.
3.19
3.20 Be accountable for your work
3.21 Speak clearly and use understandable language (avoid medical jargon or slang)
3.22 Summarize key information and provide written materials whenever possible
3.23 Validate to ensure understanding
3.24 Demonstrate appropriate body language and tone of voice
Answer all phone calls with a salutation, introduction and offer to assist (Good afternoon, Desert Oasis Healthcare or Family
Hospice Care, this is (your name), how may I help you?)
3.25
3.26 Speak positively about your work, co-workers and Desert Oasis Healthcare and Family Hospice Care
3.27 Avoid gossip and negativity
3.28 Offer to answer any additional questions that the person, patient or customer may have
Inform patients and co-workers of how and when to contact you under normal circumstances (phone number, email, a help
line, Immediate Care, etc.) or when unforeseen issues arise

Skills

Customer service, healthcare team, patient service, communication & people skills, greeting patients

Top Skills Details

Customer service,healthcare team,patient service

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
4.2 Experience Patient transport or patient care hospital experience strongly preferred.
4.3 Skills Exhibits excellent verbal and listening skills.
4.4 Organizational Ability to utilize a telephone and two-way radio properly.
4.5 Personal Skills Must have knowledge of basic patient transport concepts, infection control practices and
proper body mechanics.
4.6 Driving No driving required.
4.7 Other Able to navigate Palm Springs facility.

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Yucca Valley, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Yucca Valley,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.