Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from County of Santa Clara
Job overview
The Patient Transporter - Extra Help role involves safely transporting patients and equipment within medical facilities to support healthcare services in Santa Clara County.
Responsibilities and impact
The job requires transporting patients using wheelchairs, carts, and beds, verifying patient identity, alerting nursing staff to patient distress, maintaining equipment, responding to emergencies, and keeping accurate transport records.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a high school diploma or equivalent and either one year of hospital transport experience or an active CNA or EMT certificate, along with knowledge of customer service, body mechanics, and communication skills.
Work environment and culture
The company emphasizes teamwork and community impact, operating multiple hospitals and healthcare facilities in Santa Clara County with a mission of accessible, high-quality care.
Company information
County of Santa Clara operates Santa Clara Valley Healthcare, the second largest public healthcare system in California, including multiple hospitals and specialty services with recognized excellence in various medical fields.
Job location and travel
Positions are available at Valley Medical Center, O'Connor Hospital, and Regional Medical Center in Santa Clara County with various shifts.
Unique job features
The role includes working in a large public healthcare system with opportunities to contribute to emergency response and disaster service work, supporting a wide range of patient care activities.
Company overview
The County of Santa Clara, located in California's Silicon Valley, is a government entity providing a wide range of public services including healthcare, social services, public safety, and infrastructure maintenance. The county generates revenue through property taxes, state and federal funding, and service fees. Established in 1850, it has a rich history of supporting one of the most innovative regions in the world, playing a crucial role in the development of the tech industry.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience or certification related to patient transport, such as Certified Nursing Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician credentials, and highlight your familiarity with hospital protocols and safety standards.
Focus on showcasing your ability to safely lift, transfer, and transport patients using equipment like wheelchairs, gurneys, and beds, along with your knowledge of infection control and body mechanics.
Apply through multiple channels including the County of Santa Clara’s official careers site, LinkedIn, and other hospital job boards to maximize your application visibility for the Patient Transporter role.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees or supervisors in the Patient Transport or Nursing departments at County of Santa Clara, using ice breakers like complimenting their hospital’s recent rankings or asking about their experience working in patient transport during emergencies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'patient transport,' 'wheelchair,' 'infection control,' 'body mechanics,' 'safety guidelines,' and 'recordkeeping' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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