Patient Transport Officer - Mid North Coast Local Health District
Position Classification: Patient Transport Officer
Remuneration: $31.87 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ524516
About You
Work across the Mid North Coast at many of our facilities located at Port Macquarie, Kempsey, Macksville and Coffs Harbour supporting our patients and facilities with Patient Transport. We are seeking applications to fill casual shifts at our PTS base facilities.
What you'll be doing
To provide safe, effective transportation of hospital patients (with or without a Nurse Escort in transit), ensuring schedules and deadlines are effectively met, and reporting any delays to the Port Transport Hub (or Greater Metro Booking Hub (GMBH), out of hours).
Where you'll be working
Mid North Coast Local Health District Patient Transport Service provides inter facility transport between our facilities located Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Kempsey, Macksville, Bellingen, Dorrigo and Coffs Harbour.
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@nsw.health.gov.au or 0487 971 741.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS
- Current Advanced First Aid Certificate including CPR accreditation, the use of AEDs, administration of oxygen therapy, and use of a Gueddel’s airway
- Ability to assist with manual handling and safe transfer of patients in a variety of situations
- Previous knowledge and capability as a Patient Transport Officer or similar role involving patient care, manual handling and time management
- A proven ability to work as a team member including proficient communication skills
- Competence in operating the DHS/Ferno/Stryker stretchers or willingness to complete
- Valid, unrestricted drivers licence for relevant class of vehicle for use within NSW/Australia
- Previous knowledge and skills in a role requiring compassion and empathy for people requiring health care
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For role related queries or questions contact Cheryl Nolte on Cheryl.Nolte@health.nsw.gov.au
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