Patient Transport Driver | Route Planning & Safety

QE Facilities Limited; Washington; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

QE Facilities is seeking a driver to provide a reliable transport service for pathology specimens and related items. You will drive vehicles to schedule, conduct daily checks, lift items up to 25kg, and record data accurately using systems or paper records.

Strong communication with health service colleagues, route planning, and adherence to safety regulations are essential. UK-wide locations may involve varied shifts and potential overnight stays as required.

Qualifications

• Experience driving commercial vehicles.
• Strong communication skills when liaising with health colleagues.
• Ability to plan routes and prioritise urgent schedules.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and expectations.
• Basic knowledge of car maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles to schedules following regulations.
• Lift and carry items up to 25kg.
• Deliveries to multiple locations, some on stairs.
• Daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
• Record information using computerised systems or paper records.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and upkeep.
• Respond to changes in routes due to traffic.

Skills

Strong communication

Route planning

Traffic re-routing

Health and safety awareness

Basic vehicle maintenance

Job description

QE Facilities is seeking a driver to provide a reliable transport service for pathology specimens and related items. You will drive vehicles to schedule, conduct daily checks, lift items up to 25kg, and record data accurately using systems or paper records.

Strong communication with health service colleagues, route planning, and adherence to safety regulations are essential. UK-wide locations may involve varied shifts and potential overnight stays as required.