Role Definition
Position Title: Driver
Reports to (position): Dialysis Clinic Manager
Primary purpose of the role:
To perform transport of dialysis patients to and from the dialysis clinic and to any appointments as directed by Clinic staff; to provide support to the nursing staff in the dialysis clinic by performing non-nursing duties relating to direct and indirect patient care and to assist the Dialysis Clinic Manager in any other tasks as directed.
Key Responsibilities
* To treat patients and all staff with courtesy and dignity and provide assistance in and out of the bus
* Pick up and deliveries to and from the hospital as required (personal and goods)
* Ensure Patient Transport bus is kept clean at all times (externally and internally)
* Ensure the bus is serviced as per manufactures’ recommendation and is maintained in a road worthy condition at all times.
* Assist with repairs in the clinic as directed by the Dialysis Clinic Manager
* Help to maintain cleanliness of the clinic externally as directed by the Dialysis Clinic Manager
* Ensure and promote a safe, secure and healthy working environment as detailed in the Occupational Health and Safety policy.
* Participate in Quality Assurance activities as required by the Dialysis Clinic Manager
* Assist with all tasks as requested by the Dialysis Clinic Manager when not engaged in the primary function of patient transportation
* Attend to the re-stocking of consumables in the stock room and trolley/s as required for daily operation of the Clinic
* Participate in stock take
* Ensure correct placement of deliveries (stock, linen, etc)
Competencies (attitude, Skills, Typical Qualifications & Experience)
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team
* Knowledge of Work Health and Safety as it relates to the role within the facility
* Knowledge of Infection Control / Hygiene principles and implementation of this knowledge into daily practice
* Understanding of the Quality improvement process and risk management obligations
* Work as a team member
* Holder of a driver’s license
Essential Qualifications of the position:
* Previous driving experience
* Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives.
* Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Desirable:
* Previous experience in patient transport within a health care environment and a sound understanding of patients suffering from acute illness and Work Health and Safety Issues relating to the position