Driver (Bank)

Circle Health Group Limited (Weekly Payroll); Radlett; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group Decontamination is seeking a Bank Driver in Radlett to collect contaminated trolleys from hospitals and clinics and deliver them to our decontamination facility. You will return clean trolleys to clinical departments in a timely, courteous manner and perform daily vehicle checks.

This as-needed role covers day and night shifts across the region; a clean UK Cat B driving licence and van driving experience are essential.

Qualifications

• A full, clean UK driving licence (Cat B) with entitlement to operate vehicles up to 3.5t.
• Proven experience driving vans with tail lifts, ideally in healthcare.
• Comfortable with urban and rural driving, weather and time pressure.
• Good reading of route instructions and ability to complete delivery logs.

Responsibilities

• Collect contaminated trolleys from hospitals and clinics and deliver to the CHG decontamination facility.
• Return clean trolleys with reprocessed scopes/instruments to clinical departments safely and promptly.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects; maintain vehicle hygiene and safety.
• Act as a communication link between customers and the decontamination unit; relay queries.
• Maintain professional conduct and build positive relations with hospital staff.

Job description

Driver (Bank) Circle Decontamination - Radlett Bank Bank Shifts

Salary: Up to £12.82 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification).

Circle Health Group Decontamination is responsible for the provision of sterile equipment and instrumentation for use in surgical and interventional procedures in hospitals across England and Glasgow. The unit operates 24 hours a day/7 days a week with rotating shifts covering days and nights as required. We have an opportunity for a Driver to join their team of staff in the decontamination department. This is a bank role working on an "as and when required" basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of the role include:

• Collect contaminated trolleys from hospitals and clinics and deliver them to the CHG decontamination facility.
• Return clean trolleys containing reprocessed scopes and instruments to clinical departments in a safe, timely, and courteous manner.
• Perform daily vehicle checks, monitor fuel, oil, tyre pressure, and report any defects immediately.
• Keep the vehicle clean, presentable, and in good working order, both inside and out.
• Serve as a key communication link between customers and the decontamination unit, relaying any customer concerns, delivery issues or queries to the appropriate internal contact.
• Maintain professional conduct and build positive working relationships with hospital and clinic staff.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• A full, clean UK driving licence (Category B), valid for operation of vehicles up to and including 3.5t.
• Proven experience of driving vans with tail lifts, ideally in a commercial or healthcare setting.
• Comfortable driving in urban and rural environments, in all weather conditions, and under time pressure.
• Ability to carry out manual handling and lifting duties safely, with appropriate training.
• A good standard of general education, with the ability to complete delivery logs and read route instructions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends or public holidays if required.
• A commitment to maintaining vehicle hygiene and safety standards.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate. "Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values. To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK's largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world-class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait. Your health, your choice - we make it happen. We're also passionate about out people. With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive. Together, we're shaping the future of healthcare.