George Tirado
Helmetta,NJ
Summary
Hardworking Driver with expertise providing excellent transportation services and experience with commercial driving. Engaging and pleasant personality with safe and accident-free driving record.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Transport Driver
SportsMed Physical Therapy
03.2021 - Current
- Transported patients to physical therapy treatment units.
- Assisted patients in moving in and out of medical transport vehicle.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety protocols.
- Performed vehicle safety checks before transporting patients to avoid delays and manage wear and tear.
- Communicated with patients, family members and healthcare staff to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Documented and reported mechanical issues to appropriate service personnel.
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
02.2008 - 01.2019
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
- Operated x-ray machines, hand wands, and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage.
- Discretely observed behavior and demeanor of travelers and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
- Authenticated boarding passes, identification, and passports to prevent fraudulent travel.
- Engaged in casual conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behaviors.
- Developed and maintained positive rapport with passengers and other airport personnel.
- Performed pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and weapons.
- Used explosive detection machines and chemical swab systems to identify potential hazards.
- Attended daily briefings with supervisors to discuss issues with security screening processes.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) certified
Security Officer
Sterling Security
10.2008 - 10.2010
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle and by foot.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Handicap Van Driver
2nd Home Adult Medical Daycare
09.2006 - 12.2007
- Transported patients from their home to and from center to doctor’s appointments, as well as, recreational locations planned by the center
- Assisted patients in boarding vehicle with extreme care, specifically with wheel-chair bound patients
- Securing wheel-chair bound patients safely in the vehicle
- Ensured to review itinerary for the day’s patient schedule
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using wheelchairs.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs and medical transport vans.
Skills
- Expert in Customer Service
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Ability to translate English to Spanish and vice versa
- Basic Computer skills
- Transportation regulations
- Patient rights
Recognitions
- Awarded Employee of the Month because my collaboration, courtesy, and commitment towards patients, colleagues, and company.
- Recognized positively by name by transport patients through Google Review.
Timeline
Patient Transport Driver
SportsMed Physical Therapy
03.2021 - Current
Security Officer
Sterling Security
10.2008 - 10.2010
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
02.2008 - 01.2019
Handicap Van Driver
2nd Home Adult Medical Daycare
09.2006 - 12.2007
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