Medical Transportation Technician

Medical Transportation Technician

Salary

$39,370.62 - $56,495.91 Annually

Location

Riverside

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-13433-01

Department

Behavioral Health

Division

MH Transportation

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside - Riverside University Health System (RUHS) is seeking to fill a Medical Transportation Technician for their Riverside location.

Candidates with a valid CDL and experience in the following are encouraged to apply:

• Valid Class C driver's license required; Class B or higher may be required, with driving experience.

• Experience transporting patients, including ambulance experience.

• Patient care experience and familiarity with the service area in Riverside County, Southern California.

• Ability to use map applications and a general understanding of the areas geographical layout.

• Bilingual candidates preferred but not required.

Additional essential duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Transporting clients throughout Riverside County to Doctor/Behavior Health appointments or groups, court hearings, AA meetings, and Hospital/Jail discharges. Driving a mobile unit may occasionally be required; Training will be provided.

• Candidates should demonstrate a patient and flexible mindset with ambulatory, wheelchair-bound, and other transported patients.

• Keeping track of vehicle mileage and vehicle maintenance.

9/80 Work schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM, working Friday 8:00 AM -4:30 PM

Meet the Team!

Riverside University Health System - Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services in Riverside County. With a dedicated team of professionals, including psychiatrists, clinicians, peer specialists, and paraprofessionals, RUHS-BH serves over 45,000 individuals annually.

We are committed to delivering culturally competent, evidence-based care across all ages. Our programs, including Mental Health Services, Substance Use Services, and the Public Guardian's Office, address the diverse needs of our community.

At RUHS Behavioral Health, you'll join a compassionate, innovative team where your skills make a real difference. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

If you're passionate about advancing your career while improving mental health in Riverside County, RUHS Behavioral Health is the place for you!

For more information, please visit www.ruhealth.org/behavioral-health

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Transport patients, visitors and staff between various service areas; pick up and drop off patients or staff at designated shuttle service areas between various medical office buildings.
• Verify patients identification and obtain signature of patient or authorized person to comply with patient health information regulations.
• Operate designated County vehicles to provide transportation and shuttle services to patients, visitors and staff.
• Maintain records concerning transportation services provided and vehicle maintenance needs; ensure vehicles are clean and properly supplied.
• Assist patients, visitors or staff into and out of the vehicle, facility, or their homes to ensure they are not injured when entering or leaving the vehicle; some vehicles require the operation of an automated lift to assist wheelchair bound patients and/or mobility-limited patients.
• Attend to patients or clients safety and comfort enroute by driving carefully and in accordance with state and local traffic laws, ordinances, and County policies and procedures.
• On-call, weekend and evening assignments may be required.
• Transport tissue specimens.
• Operate a Recreational Vehicle (RV) Mobile Health Unit; participate in the set up and teardown of mobile healthcare sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION I

Education: Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.

Experience: Six months of providing basic patient care.

OPTION II

Education: Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.

Experience: Six months of providing transportation and/or support services for a medical, health, senior citizen, social services, or similar community agency, which must have included the transportation of clients to and from hospitals, healthcare facilities, or other institutions. (Completion of a recognized training program in basic patient care may substitute for three months of the required experience.)

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of: The proper body mechanics in lifting and transferring patients; operation and minor maintenance of medical transportation vehicles (i.e., bus and vans); DOT road rules and regulations.

Ability to: Read, write and speak the English language; learn medical facility routines and techniques; perform basic patient care; follow oral and written directions; maintain simple records; apply proper body mechanics in lifting, moving and assisting patients; apply proper body mechanics in lifting and moving at least 100 pounds; handle patients in a manner which will not aggravate their condition; follow maps and directions; use good judgement when acting independent of supervisory guidance.

Other Requirements

License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Drivers License. A valid Class A or B California Drivers License may be required for some positions.

RUHS - Medical Center Assignment Possession of a valid Commercial Class A or B California Drivers License with an air brakes endorsement is required for incumbents assigned to the Mobile Health Unit and/or any incumbent assigned to drive any vehicle which requires possession of a valid Commercial Class A or B California Drivers License with an air brakes endorsement.

RUHS - Medical Center Assignment Possession of a valid Bloodborne Pathogens Training certificate and Hazard Communication training must be successfully completed within 6 months of hire date and maintained annually. Failure to obtain the required certificate and training will result in new hires being released prior to the end of their probationary period.

Possession of valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificates issued by the American Heart Association.

For those positions designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. Applicants must submit a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record prior to hire.

Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.

Physical Requirement:

This position involves frequent physical activity, including standing, walking, driving, and sitting for long periods of time. Duties require the use of proper body mechanics when lifting, supporting, or transferring patients, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The role also includes operating medical transportation vehicles such as vans and buses, performing minor vehicle maintenance, and traveling throughout Riverside County.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

County of Riverside Human Resources Contact:

For more information regarding this position, please contact the recruiter, Jammie Smith, at jasmith@rivco.org or (951) 955-6965. Please allow one-to-two business days for a response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Schedule, Overtime, Standby/On-Call, and Travel Obligations

The County of Riverside offers a variety of alternative work schedules, dependent upon department operations and needs. Certain assignments may involve overtime, standby/on-call shifts, and/or travel; however, scheduling, shift assignments, overtime work, standby/on-call duty, and travel obligations are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding the schedule, overtime and standby/on-call expectations, and travel obligations.

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

BENEFIT PROGRAM: UPE

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
• A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)

4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY:

Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01

Do you possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you possess in providing basic patient care? (Your response will be verified against your application.)

• None
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months or more, but less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more

03

How many years of experience do you possess providing transportation and/or support services for a medical, health, senior citizen, social services, or similar community agency, which must have included the transportation of clients to and from hospitals, healthcare facilities, or other institutions? (Your response will be verified against your application.)

• None
• Less than 3 months
• 3 months or more, but less than 6 months
• 6 months or more, but less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more

04

Have you completed a recognized training program in basic patient care? (Your response will be verified against your application.)

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification issued by the American Heart Association?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you understand that this position requires transporting clients throughout Riverside County to various appointments and commitments-including doctor and behavioral health visits, court hearings, AA meetings, and hospital or jail discharges-and that you may occasionally be required to drive a mobile unit, for which training will be provided?

• Yes
• No

07

Provide a valid California Drivers License number, class and expiration date.

08

How many years of experience do you have keeping track of vehicle mileage and performing or coordinating vehicle maintenance? (Your response will be verified against your application.)

• None
• Less than 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 years or more, but less than 3
• 3 years or more

09

How many years of experience do you have ensuring vehicle safety for wheelchair-bound clients and for other patient transportation needs? (Your response will be verified against your application.)

• None
• Less than 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 years or more, but less than 3
• 3 years or more

10

How many years of experience do you have using logistical knowledge of the Riverside County service area, including map application use? (Your response will be verified against your application.)

• None
• Less than 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 years or more, but less than 3
• 3 years or more

11

Do you understand that this position requires frequent physical activity, including standing, walking, driving, sitting for long periods, using proper body mechanics when lifting or transferring patients (including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds), operating medical transportation vehicles, performing minor vehicle maintenance, and traveling throughout Riverside County?

• Yes
• No

12

What is your proficiency level in Spanish?

• I am not bilingual in Spanish
• I speak Spanish, but cannot read or write
• I can speak, read, and write in Spanish

13

I acknowledge that I will be required to pass a proctored/un-proctored Spanish assessment before interviewing.

• Yes
• No

14

Do you understand that, as an employee in a safety-sensitive position, you may be subject to DOT alcohol and drug testing, including random testing, reasonable suspicion/cause testing, return-to-duty testing, and post-accident testing?

• Yes
• No

15

Do you understand that you may be subject to reference checks from former DOT-regulated employers and may be required to submit a DMV driving record prior to hire?

• Yes
• No

16

Do you understand that you may be required to obtain Bloodborne Pathogens Training and Hazard Communication training within 6 months of hire and maintain them annually?

• Yes
• No

17

Do you understand that you may be required to possess a valid California Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License, possibly with an air brakes endorsement, depending on assignment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer County of Riverside

Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569

4080 Lemon St., 7th floor

Riverside, California, 92502-1569

Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information

Website http://www.rc-hr.com