Date published
15 May 2025
Location
Victoria, Australia
Organization
Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS)
About the Program
Mobile Patient Care (MPC) provides Non-Emergency Patient Transport across Victoria and parts of New South Wales, supporting transport with RFDS aircraft and a fleet of ambulances.
About the Role
As a Patient Transport Officer (PTO), you will ensure the safe and courteous transportation of patients with various medical conditions, providing comfort and care during transit.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessment and intervention on-road
- Provide high-quality patient care during transport
- Develop positive relationships with patients and stakeholders
- Work independently and solve problems within policies
- Collaborate with team members
Qualifications and Requirements
- Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Care, Diploma of Nursing, or equivalent; Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) students may apply after second-year subjects
- Availability to work 10-12 hour shifts across 7 days
- Valid driver's license and ability to drive in city and rural areas
- Compassionate, professional, dedicated
- Experience in NEPT sector is desirable but not essential
- Satisfactory safety screening including police check, working with children check, and right to work in Australia
Benefits
- Low patient-to-staff ratio
- Set shift times
- Penalties and allowances
- Less stressful than emergency care
- Opportunities to work at various locations
- Access to specialized resources and teams
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary packaging options
- Parental leave benefits
Additional Information
For inquiries, email careers@rfdsvcic.com.au. To apply, visit our Career Centre via the provided link.
Mandatory Vaccination Policy
Applicants must provide evidence of vaccinations for Hepatitis B, Chicken Pox, MMR, Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Tuberculosis, and Influenza. Applications via email are not accepted.
Equal Opportunity Statement
RFDS Victoria is committed to diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQI individuals.
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