Porter - Theatre

Findojobs South Africa; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency seeks individuals for the role of Patient Transporter. You will help transport and escort patients, assist in emergencies, and uphold patient rights. Candidates must have a Grade 12 qualification and a valid driver's license with PDP. Knowledge of healthcare services and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent is essential.
• Relevant certifications and training preferred.
• Experience in client services or public interaction required.

Responsibilities

• Transport and escort patients safely to a pre-determined location.
• Assist with evacuations during emergency situations.
• Execute driver function as per hospital guidelines.

Skills

Licence with PDP

Patient rights charter

English proficiency (read; speak and write)

Kinetic handling principles

Knowledge of Medico,legal risks

Two-way radio systems

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Internal emergency evacuation plans

Knowledge of administrative tasks

Health and Safety Act and regulations

Education

Grade 12 or Equivalent Qualification

Relevant certificates, short courses and training

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To transport and escort patients, equipment, files and related items between different departments of a hospital to support hospital operations in delivering the highest standards of care

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Transport and escort patients safely to a pre-determined location

Assist with evacuations during emergency situations

Execute Driver function (as per hospital request and within hospital guidelines)

Ensure integrity and confidentiality of patient rights and Mediclinic values

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION : Grade 12 or Equivalent Qualification

DESIRED EDUCATION : Relevant certificates, short courses and training

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : Client services / Dealing with the public

DESIRED EXPERIENCE : Healthcare experience (e.g. care work)

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Licence with PDP
• Patient rights charter
• English proficiency (read; speak and write)
• Kinetic handling principles
• Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
• Two,way radio systems
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Internal emergency evacuation plans
• Knowledge of administrative tasks
• Health and Safety Act and regulations