Kern Family Health Care

Transportation Coordinator Bilingual I -Temporary

Kern Family Health Care  •  Bakersfield, CA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

We appreciate your interest in our organization and assure you that we are sincerely interested in your qualifications. A clear understanding of your background and work history will help us potentially place you in a position that meets your objectives and those of the organization. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, or any related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, gender expression, military status, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability (mental or physical).

This is a full-time temporary position. If selected, onboarding will be completed through a staffing agency.

About us

Kern Health Systems (KHS) is dedicated to improving the health status of our members through an integrated managed health care delivery system.

About the role

The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing transportation logistics to ensure timely and efficient delivery of services. This role involves coordinating routes, managing vendor relationships, tracking vehicle usage, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The coordinator will serve as a liaison between internal departments, transportation providers, and external partners.

Essential Functions

  • Coordinate daily transportation operations, including scheduling, routing, and dispatching.
  • Assist with procurement processes, including vendor selection, contract administration, and service evaluations.
  • Support budget monitoring and cost-control efforts related to transportation services.
  • Maintain accurate records of transportation activities, costs, and performance metrics.
  • Develop and maintain transportation procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational policies and safety standards.
  • Monitor transportation performance to ensure timeliness, safety, and compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
  • Maintain accurate records of transportation activities, including billing and invoicing.
  • Resolve transportation-related issues and respond to client or member feedback.
  • Oversee vehicle schedules and ensure readiness of fleet.
  • Serve as liaison between carriers, drivers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to address service needs and resolve issues.
  • Communicate effectively with drivers, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Prepare reports on transportation performance metrics and cost analysis.
  • Support special projects and assist other departments as needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Employment Standards:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years in transportation coordination, logistics, or customer service.
  • Experience with scheduling software (e.g.TripMaster), Microsoft Office Suite, and transportation databases.
  • Bilingual Spanish/English (Tier I) Certificate required.

Pay Rate:

25.00/hr

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis.

Kern Family Health Care

About Kern Family Health Care

Kern Health Systems, known as Kern Family Health Care, was established in 1993 as a managed care health plan, and is the largest health plan in Kern County. Kern Health Systems is committed to providing quality health care to our members. It is important to ensure good health through continuity of care by connecting each member to a provider of their choice within our provider network. Our extensive provider network includes the Traditional and Safety-Net Providers that historically delivered care to Medi-Cal recipients and private providers throughout Kern County and some parts of Los Angeles County. We believe good patient/physician relationships and effective preventive care are true indicators of our success. We also offer a continuum of care that extends beyond doctor visits. With a full range of health education classes and Care/Disease Management programs, we provide quality educational and preventive services to the population we serve. We are able to achieve this through partnerships with our providers and community-based organizations within Kern County. The difference is clear: We hold the standard high when it comes to quality health care for our members.

Our Mission:

Kern Health Systems is dedicated to improving the health status of our members through an integrated managed health care delivery system.

As Kern Health Systems continues to move forward, we will continue to uphold our mission of being dedicated to improving the health status of our members through an integrated managed healthcare delivery system. As the healthcare landscape has been transformed, we will pursue tomorrow with community and provider innovation, enhanced member access, and strengthened member health and wellbeing...Together.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Bakersfield, California
Year Founded
1993
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