Patient Transport Driver

Mt Wilga Private Hospital; Hornsby; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LinkedIn Learning

Ramsay Rewards

Health insurance discounts

Dental/pharmacy discounts

Job summary

Mt Wilga Private Hospital is seeking a Patient Transport Driver to join our Patient Transport team on a casual basis. You will use a hospital car or minibus to transport patients to and from Day Program and off-site appointments, ensuring their safety, dignity and comfort throughout the journey.

You will assist patients in boarding and alighting, perform pre-shift vehicle checks, and keep vehicles clean. Join a team-focused environment in a healthcare setting that values compassionate patient

Qualifications

• Valid, unrestricted Class C driver’s licence with knowledge of local roads.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to assist patients with varying mobility needs in a safe and supportive manner.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from Day Program and off-site appointments using hospital car or minibus.
• Assist patients entering/exiting vehicles with dignity and care; safeguard patient safety.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of hospital vehicles; conduct basic safety checks before each shift.
• Work as part of the Patient Transport team to deliver a safe, caring patient experience.

Skills

Driver licence (Class C)

Communication skills

Mobility assistance

Reliability & safety

Team player

Job description

Mt Wilga Private Hospital is seeking a Driver to join our Patient Transport team on a casual basis.

About the Role

As a Patient Transport Driver, your professionalism, compassion, and commitment to safety will contribute significantly to the exceptional standard of care and service for which Mount Wilga Private Hospital is known.

Using a hospital car or minibus, you will safely transport patients attending our Day Program to and from their homes, as well as take inpatients to and from off-site appointments. More than simply providing transportation, you will play an important role in the patient experience, ensuring every patient feel safe, supported and respected throughout their journey.

Your role will involve assisting patients to and from the vehicle and helping them safely enter and exit where required, while maintaining their dignity, wellbeing, and safety at all times.

In addition, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of hospital vehicles and conducting basic vehicle safety and mechanical checks prior to each shift.

About You

You are a reliable, patient-focused individual who understands the importance of delivering outstanding service in a healthcare environment. You take pride in providing a safe, caring, and professional experience for patients and are able to build rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds.

You will also possess the following skills and attributes:

• Current unrestricted Class C driver's licence with knowledge of local road networks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills, with a compassionate and respectful approach to patient care.
• Ability to assist patients with varying mobility needs in a safe and supportive manner.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality and a commitment to safety.
• Capability to operate as part of a team culture.

Remuneration

On offer is a base hourly rate of $28.35 + casual loading and superannuation, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (NSW Motor Vehicle Driver)

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, "people caring for people" is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia's largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you'll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.