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Patient Transport Associate Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

CA$18.58 - CA$26.58/hr

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Ensure safe and prompt transportation for PACE participants, including meal delivery and essential ... Associate degree preferred. * Valid driver's license with a clean record * Monday-Friday schedule ...

Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation ... Required Associate's Degree Radiology * Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart ...

Collect, update, and manage patient records with confidentiality and attention to detail * Process ... Reliable transportation * Consistent attendance and punctuality * Ability to meet physical demands ...

Patient Transport Associate information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Patient Transport Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Transport Associate, you need a solid understanding of safe patient handling, basic healthcare protocols, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with mobility aids, hospital transport equipment, and sometimes basic CPR certification is typically required. Excellent communication, compassion, and attention to detail help ensure patient comfort and safety during transfers. These skills are essential for maintaining patient well-being, preventing injuries, and supporting efficient hospital operations.

What are some typical challenges faced by Patient Transport Associates, and how can they be managed?

Patient Transport Associates often encounter challenges such as navigating busy hospital corridors, coordinating with medical staff for timely patient transfers, and ensuring patient comfort and safety during transport. Effective communication and time management are essential to handle these situations efficiently. Additionally, being adaptable and maintaining a calm demeanor helps associates manage unexpected changes or urgent requests, contributing to a smoother workflow and positive patient experience.

What are Patient Transport Associates?

Patient Transport Associates are healthcare workers responsible for safely moving patients within a hospital or medical facility. Their duties include transporting patients to and from procedures, tests, or appointments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety during the process. They often assist patients with mobility challenges and work closely with nurses and other medical staff. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a compassionate attitude.

What is the difference between Patient Transport Associate vs Patient Care Technician?

AspectPatient Transport AssociatePatient Care Technician
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, sometimes EMT or CNA certificationCNA certification often required, CPR, First Aid
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilitiesHospitals, long-term care, nursing homes
Job ResponsibilitiesTransporting patients, assisting with mobilityProviding basic patient care, vital signs, assisting with activities

While both roles work in healthcare settings and may require CPR or CNA certifications, Patient Transport Associates primarily focus on moving patients safely within healthcare facilities. Patient Care Technicians provide more direct patient care, including vital signs and basic assistance. The roles often overlap in hospital environments, but their core duties differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Patient Transport jobs in Ontario? The most popular types of Patient Transport jobs in Ontario are:
What cities in Ontario are hiring for Patient Transport Associate jobs? Cities in Ontario with the most Patient Transport Associate job openings:
Infographic showing various Patient Transport Associate job openings in Ontario as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 36% Full Time, 56% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Administrative Services Clerk -CVH Patient Transport Call Centre

Trillium Health Partners

Mississauga, ON • On-site

CA$22.95 - CA$28.70/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Position : Administrative Services Clerk (Customer Support Associate)

Job ID: 7420

Status:  Part- Time (1)

Department: CVH Patient Transport Call Centre - Patient Support Services

Role Level: Admin Clerical AC02 $22.95 - $28.70 per hour

Site: Credit Valley Hospital *

Hours of Work/Shifts: Days , evenings , nights and weekends 

Posted:  May 19,2026

Internal Deadline:    May 26,2026

*The location of any vacancy/position may be changed or reassigned as per operational needs.

 

Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada's largest community-based teaching hospitals, serving the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities through the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, the Queensway Health Centre, the Reactivation care Centre (Church Site) and the new THP-UHN Reactivation Care Centre. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through our strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, we are creating a new kind of health care - defined not by illness, but by the health and well-being of people and communities. 

Job Description:

  • Responsible for the effective and efficient support of all internal customers requesting service through the Customer Support Call Centre
  • Receive and process internal customer Portering/Environmental/Hospitality/Maintenance requests (phone, work requests and tasks requests submitted through the web portal and transport software)
  • Answer Customer Support phone calls: record all details and create task/work order
  • Liaise with Corporate Services and Facilities staff as required
  • Create, update and print rosters and set ups
  • Provide front-line service to all customers and staff, follows up on task completion
  • Assign wireless devices to staff
  • Any other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:     

  • Grade 12 Education or equivalent
  • Previous related experience in a hospital environment is a definite asset
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to respond to customers
  • Pleasant and courteous telephone manner is essential
  • Ability to manage workload in a fast-paced multi-task environment
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently
  • Strong organizational skills are essential
  • Positive work performance and attendance record essential
  • Strong communication in English is essential
  • Computer skills definite asset

To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.ca

Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.

Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.

 Trillium Health Partners' (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Metis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities.  If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.

We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

 

Our organization may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI) or algorithm-assisted systems, to support the initial review of applications. These tools are used only to assist our recruiters and hiring managers; all hiring decisions include meaningful human involvement and final review.

Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada's largest community-based teaching hospitals. Our team of more than 17,000 people serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, west Toronto, and surrounding communities through the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, the Queensway Health Centre, and nine satellite locations. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through our strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, we are creating a new kind of health care - defined not by illness, but by the health and well-being of people and communities.