Messenger

Life Healthcare; Garlington Estate; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for a Messenger to handle hospital deliveries and transport patients. The successful candidate must have a Valid Matric Certificate, a Code 8 Driver's License, and at least 3 years of driving experience. Responsibilities also include maintaining vehicle cleanliness and assisting patients throughout the hospital. Shift work, including nights and weekends, is required.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital environment experience advantageous.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Driver.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hospital deliveries and trips as per authorisation.
• Safe Transporting of patients between hospital departments.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Drive and energy

Ethical behaviour

Organisational awareness

Time management

Customer focus and responsiveness

Education

Valid Matric Certificate

Valid Code 8 Drivers License

Job description

Function Patient services Facility Position Messenger Introduction

A vacancy exists for a Messenger position reporting to the Reception Supervisor, Trisha Naidoo. The successful candidate will be responsible for hospital deliveries and the safe transporting of patients throughout the hospital.

Critical Outputs

Messenger Duties :

• Carry out hospital deliveries and trips as per authorisation.
• Maintain accurate records of the logbook.
• Maintain the vehicle cleanliness etc.
• Check and report faults to ensure road worthiness.
• To perform drivers, function in accordance with the region policies and procedures, SHEQ requirements and the Road Traffic Act and Regulations.
• To successfully complete the advanced driver training course.
• A strong commitment to teamwork and the ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Knowledge of Hospital Procedures.
• Must be familiar with Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas.
• Must be able to use their initiative.

Porter Duties

• Safe Transporting of patients between hospital departments, including wards, Doctors’ rooms, Radiology and Pathology.
• Distribution of internal memos and correspondence.
• Directing patients and visitors in a friendly manner to the relevant departments within the hospital.
• Ensure a well maintained and clean reception area and presentation of Life Healthcare magazines and promotional material.
• Assist with compiling patient pre-admission packs.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Reception Supervisor.

Requirements

• Valid Matric Certificate.
• Valid Code 8 Drivers License (PDP would be a pre-requisite).
• Previous hospital environment experience advantageous.
• Must be able to work shifts, including night duty, weekends, and public holidays.
• Must be physically fit due to the nature of the job.
• Must display a pleasant disposition and take pride in appearance.
• Must understand and display patient centric principles.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Driver.
• The candidate must be able to manage time effectively.

Competencies

• Good verbal and written communication.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Drive and energy.
• Ethical behaviour
• Organisational awareness.
• Pleasant disposition and appearance.
• Management of time.
• Customer focus and responsiveness.