Patient Transport Technician 2 Per Diem

Description Under the direction of a Patient Escort Dispatcher or Supervisor, the Patient Escort safely and professionally transports patients and patient‑related items throughout the UCLA West Valley Medical Center. This role supports a 24/7 operation and works closely with clinical and non‑clinical teams to ensure timely, efficient, and compassionate patient movement. Key Responsibilities Transport patients throughout the hospital using gurneys, beds, wheelchairs, cribs, and other approved equipment. Safely transport patients requiring oxygen (e.g., nasal cannula, masks, aerosols) and those under isolation precautions, following required safety and PPE protocols. Assist licensed nursing staff with patient transport involving IV pumps, traction equipment, and other medical devices. Apply age‑appropriate care, assessment, and communication to meet the needs of patients and their families. Follow Safe Patient Handling policies, utilizing lift equipment and proper techniques to prevent injury. Deliver and retrieve specimens, blood products, medications, medical equipment, medical records, and other items as assigned. Retrieve and return unused gurneys and wheelchairs to designated equipment areas. Transport decedents to the morgue using approved equipment and procedures; upon clearance, operate the morgue van for inter‑morgue transport. Field‑train new hires and volunteers on transport basics, equipment use, and safety procedures. Communicate effectively with patient escorts, nursing staff, physicians, and other hospital personnel. Escalate issues, delays, or unusual situations to the dispatcher, supervisor, or manager as appropriate. Adhere to all hospital and departmental policies, maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.

Pay rate:

$27.76/hour