URGENT! Patient Transport Service Drivers - Cancer Care
Mater VolunteersMater Volunteers is seeking reliable volunteer Patient Transport Drivers. This role enables vulnerable patients to access health care by providing door to door transport to and/or from their Mater appointments. To ensure your safety Mater has implemented a number of COVID-19 safe precautions.
The available shifts are:
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Wednesday 10am-6pm (experience driving a large vehicle required)
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Thursday 10am-6pm (experience driving a large vehicle required)
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Friday 10am-6pm (experience driving a large vehicle required)
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Friday 12pm-4pm (regular vehicle)
Applicants must be able to commit to one of these shifts weekly for a minimum period of 6 months.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
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Safely drive Mater vehicles to transport patients to and from their healthcare appointments.
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Contribute to a respectful and friendly conversation with patients from diverse backgrounds whilst ensuring their privacy and confidentiality.
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Adhere to all road rules and speed signs both on Mater campus and offsite.
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Answer mobile phone and respond to any requests.
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Use iPad to access daily run sheet and updates.
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Follow procedures to notify staff of any changes to planned route, incidents or damage incurred on shift.
Skills and Experience required:
- A current open Driver’s licence
- Aged between 26-73 years for insurance and risk management purposes
- Criminal history check required
- Clean traffic history check - no offences in last 5 years
- Basic knowledge of motor vehicles
- Able to remain calm and problem solve in a busy and sometimes demanding environment
- Able to listen, empathise and show compassion to patients
- Able to build rapport with people from diverse backgrounds
- Moderate to advanced fitness level (able to be in and out of vehicle for up to 8 hours a day)
- Ability to use Mater mobile phone, GPS and tablet
- Good time management/organisational skills
All Mater Volunteers receive training including COVID-safe procedures to ensure you are confident in your role.
It is a requirement that you are and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please note proof of vaccination (MyGov Medicare Vaccination Certificate or Medical Certificate) will be required as a pre commencement requirement.
We are looking for an immediate start so please apply today!