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Company : Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Location : Inglewood, CA, 90301
Job Type : Contractor
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Overview
At Centinela Hospital Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, a Top-15 hospital system in the United States, Centinela Hospital Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!
Centinela Hospital Medical Center has been serving the communities of Inglewood and the wider Los Angeles area for 100 years. An award-winning facility, ranking in the top 5% nationally for quality and patient safety, Centinela Hospital is a 362-bed acute-care hospital with a 24-hour STEMI certified emergency department and primary stroke center, orthopedic care, advanced cardiac services, critical care services, inpatient and outpatient rehab programs, and more. Centinela has earned hundreds of national awards and recognitions, including "100 Top Hospital" recognition from Fortune/Merative and straight 'A's (2018-2022) for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group. For more information, visit www.centinelamed.com.
Why Prime Healthcare? Centinela Hospital Medical Center; a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Centinela Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs.
Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to:
- Paid Time Off
- 401K retirement plan
- Outstanding Medical
- Dental
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Many more Voluntary Benefit Options!
Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time.
Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the major elements and requirements of the position and should not be taken as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required, of an individual assigned to this job. The Transporter performs transportation of patients throughout the hospital. Other duties include but are not limited to; Darkroom duties, ordering supplies, stocking, dressing patients, equipment movement, and front office duties. This performs clerical duties for the Department such as answering telephones, greeting patients and preparing requisitions for outpatients. Other duties include, but are not limited to, filing patient reports, retrieving patient records for physicians or medical records. The Transporter should demonstrate adequate knowledge of the usual medical terminology used in Radiology. The Transporter should demonstrate good telephone etiquette and be able to greet patients and other visitors in a polite and friendly manner. Maneuvers through the hospital as well as the reception area, as well as, outside storage area. Provides clerical support by utilizing telephone, computer, office equipment, PACS (Picture Archive and Communication System) and by running errands throughout the facility.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
Pay Transparency
Centinela Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. The current compensation range for this role is $25.70 to $25.70. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
VariableEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Privacy Notice
Privacy Notice for California Applicants: https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notice-at-Collection-and-Privacy-Policy-for-California-Job-Applicants.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Centinela Hospital Medical Center emphasizes compassionate patient care paired with efficient transport services. Transporters here also handle clerical tasks and equipment movement, blending hands-on patient support with administrative duties—a unique mix compared to many hospital transporter roles focused solely on patient movement.
Inglewood's healthcare scene values transporters who combine strong medical terminology knowledge with excellent communication and multitasking abilities. Experience navigating busy hospital environments like Centinela’s, along with BCLS certification, enhances a transporter’s appeal in this competitive local market.
While transportation experience is preferred for transporter positions around Inglewood, many employers, including Centinela Hospital Medical Center, consider candidates with strong interpersonal skills and BCLS certification, offering on-the-job training to those eager to learn.
A patient transporter manages moving patients safely between hospital departments, assists with equipment relocation, and supports clerical tasks like answering phones and preparing requisitions. This role demands agility, patient empathy, and familiarity with medical protocols.
Centinela offers a blend of award-winning patient safety standards and competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement and comprehensive health coverage, making it attractive for transporters seeking career growth within a respected healthcare community.
Inglewood's growing healthcare sector and Centinela’s reputation increase demand for skilled transporters. However, competition remains moderate due to the specialized skills required, so candidates with certifications like BCLS and familiarity with hospital systems tend to have an edge.
Transporter roles at Centinela Hospital Medical Center offer a fixed hourly rate of $25.70, reflecting competitive compensation for similar positions in Inglewood’s healthcare market, with benefits such as paid time off and comprehensive medical coverage enhancing overall earnings.
Centinela encourages transporters to expand skills through tuition reimbursement and offers exposure to varied hospital departments, fostering career development opportunities that can lead to advanced roles in patient care or hospital logistics.
Yes, the transporter role at Centinela features variable shifts accommodating full-time or per diem employment, allowing staff to tailor schedules that balance work-life demands, a significant benefit for those needing adaptable hours.
Transporters work with hospital communication systems like PACS, telephones, and computer requisition platforms, alongside patient handling equipment. Familiarity with these tools ensures efficient patient movement and supports clerical responsibilities within the hospital.