Role Definition

Position Title:                              Driver

Reports to (position):           Dialysis Clinic Manager

Primary purpose of the role:

To perform transport of dialysis patients to and from the dialysis clinic and to any appointments as directed by Clinic staff; to provide support to the nursing staff in the dialysis clinic by performing non-nursing duties relating to direct and indirect patient care and to assist the Dialysis Clinic Manager in any other tasks as directed.

Key Responsibilities

To treat patients and all staff with courtesy and dignity and provide assistance in and out of the busPick up and deliveries to and from the hospital as required (personal and goods)Ensure Patient Transport bus is kept clean at all times (externally and internally)Ensure the bus is serviced as per manufactures’ recommendation and is maintained in a road worthy condition at all times.Assist with repairs in the clinic as directed by the Dialysis Clinic ManagerHelp to maintain cleanliness of the clinic externally as directed by the Dialysis Clinic ManagerEnsure and promote a safe, secure and healthy working environment as detailed in the Occupational Health and Safety policy.Participate in Quality Assurance activities as required by the Dialysis Clinic ManagerAssist with all tasks as requested by the Dialysis Clinic Manager when not engaged in the primary function of patient transportationAttend to the re-stocking of consumables in the stock room and trolley/s as required for daily operation of the ClinicParticipate in stock takeEnsure correct placement of deliveries (stock, linen, etc)

Competencies (attitude, skills, typical qualifications & experience)

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5-10-2017

S.Tan DON/ K Michael HR

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October 2021

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Fresenius Medical Care Intranet – Region – Aust & NZ / ANZ HR / Nephrocare JD

Description of Qualification, Key Skills, Personal Attributes:

Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary teamKnowledge of Work Health and Safety as it relates to the role within the facilityKnowledge of Infection Control / Hygiene principles and implementation of this knowledge into daily practiceUnderstanding of the Quality improvement process and risk management obligationsWork as a team memberHolder of a driver’s license

Essential Qualifications of the position:

Previous driving experienceDemonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives.Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Desirable:

Previous experience in patient transport within a health care environment and a sound understanding of patients suffering from acute illness and Work Health and Safety Issues relating to the position

Other Details

Notes :

The above specification is designed to be comprehensive; however there will be times when the Job holder will be required to undertake tasks that are not covered. Should they be asked to undertake any of these tasks, they should be given appropriate instructions and assistance by the manager. This document is therefore not intended to limit the job holder’s task and responsibilities in any way.The Job Description is a generic definition of the job functions, its role and tasks and a relative position within the organization.This form will be used to advise new employees on their role. It will also be used for Performance Review purposes.The Job descriptions will assist in relative assessment of roles across the Company.Matching individual employee profiles with Job Description will assist in establishing training needs and potential for growth and therefore assist in HR development.

REVIEWED BY:

S Tan

APPROVED BY:

Senior Operations Manager

ISSUE DATE:

5th October 2017

Please note that this is a description of the key result areas for this role at this moment in time, and as our organisation grows and changes, and as the incumbent develops in the role, the key result areas will also change and develop.

Last

Review

By Whom

Next Review

Version

Locations

5-10-2017

S.Tan DON/ K Michael HR

Coordniator

October 2021

V2

Fresenius Medical Care Intranet – Region – Aust & NZ / ANZ HR / Nephrocare JD