Annett Llamas
San Jose
Summary
Sociable Patient Transporter experienced moving patients to and from various department locations via stretcher or wheelchair. Provides directional information to guests and visitors and patient location to family members and guests.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Accommodating patient transporter with several years of experience moving patients between rooms, and departments. Coordinates tasks and performs drop off and pick up duties. Comfortable communicating with patients by listening and showing compassion and understanding.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Transporter
Stanford Heath Care
Palo Alto
06.2021 - Current
- Educated patients on safe transfer techniques while preparing them for transport.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport vehicles and equipment.
- Assisted with transferring deceased bodies from the hospital unit to the morgue with respect and dignity.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort while transferring them from bed to gurney.
- Operated efficiently in a fast-paced environment to ensure timely and safe patient transport.
- Facilitated the secure transfer of critical patients, prioritizing their urgent medical needs.
- Disinfected equipment thoroughly pre- and post-use, maintaining high hygiene standards.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure seamless patient transportation and care.
- Responded promptly and appropriately to requests for assistance from hospital staff.
- Informed family members of patient's arrival at the assigned destination.
- Ensured patients' comfort by providing blankets, pillows, water, and other necessary items.
- Collected patient information from nursing staff prior to transport.
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers, using proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Checked all medical documents for accuracy prior to transporting patients.
- Greeted and assisted patients in wheelchairs to their appointments.
- Operated various types of transport equipment, such as wheelchairs, stretchers with proficiency.
- Upheld hospital standards of professionalism, including wearing proper identification and uniform during all transports.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, responding to unexpected changes in transport schedules or routes.
- Navigated hospital corridors and elevators efficiently, minimizing transport times and avoiding delays.
- Assisted patients with entering and exiting vehicles, and transferring from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Checked wheelchair and stretcher functionality prior to patient pick up.
Caregiver
IHSS In Home Support Services
San Jose
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided compassionate care and support to autistic children, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
Crew Member
AMC Theatres
Santa Clara
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a harmonious and productive work environment.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Education
Associate of Science -
San Jose City College
San Jose, CASkills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Hygiene standards
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Equipment operation
- Equipment moving
- Problem resolution
- Patient communication
- Emotional support
- Visitor assistance
- Wheelchair assistance
- Patient transport
- Wheelchair transport
- Patient safety
- Cultural sensitivity
- Patient confidentiality
- Wheelchair operation
- Mobility assistance
- Organizational skills
- Self motivation
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Patient Transporter
Stanford Heath Care
06.2021 - Current
Caregiver
IHSS In Home Support Services
06.2020 - 05.2021
Crew Member
AMC Theatres
10.2018 - 06.2019
Associate of Science -
San Jose City College