Job summary
- Main area
- Driver
- Grade
- QEFOA - 10
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 297-QEF-6254141
- Employer
- QE Facilities
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Coventry
- Town
- Coventry
- Salary
- £22370 PA
- Closing
- 21/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Transport Driver - Coventry
QEFOA - 10
In the event of excessive applications being received this vacancy may close earlier than the stated closing date, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible
IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLETION OF REFERENCE SECTION OF APPLICATION FORM
All references from current and previous employers will be sought and MUST cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover 3 years employment. Where possible this should be from two separate employers. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.
Job overview
To provide an effective and efficient transport service which delivers and collects items such as laboratory specimens, post, medical records, lab stores, sterile supplies, furniture, computer and office equipment in addition to driving staff transportation vehicles.
The post holder will need to have the ability to effectively communicate with laboratory staff, patients, and health service colleagues. They will also provide a quality service to the patient, ensuring safety of specimens, post and equipment whilst in the care of QE Facilities.
Main duties of the job
Provide transport services between GP practices based in the Coventry & Warwickshire locations.
Transport of specimens, post, medical records, lab stores, sterile supplies, furniture, computer/office equipment and staff between sites as required.
Any other journeys as directed by a senior member of staff.
Comply with local and national policies for the safe secure and confidential processing, and storage of patient and other confidential data.
Working for our organisation
QE Facilities (QEF) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust (GHNT), based in the North East of England.
We provide a range of non- clinical services to GHNT and other NHS organisations. Our services include: estates, facilities services, procurement, medical engineering and devices, endoscopy decontamination and sterile services, transport, out-patient pharmacy, and prevention & management of violence & aggression training (PMVA).
In addition we provide consultancy services, advising clients on all aspects of establishing a subsidiary company within an NHS body to the provision of VAT compliance advice.
QE Facilities work to their own Terms and Conditions and these are not the same as Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Terms and Conditions. This is not an Agenda for Change Pay Rate
We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement.
CV's will not be accepted.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To undertake driving duties to the required standard subject to appropriate training, driving vehicles carefully with every consideration being given to the passenger, any equipment, the vehicle itself, other road users and to comply with Road Traffic Legislation.
- It is of primary importance that the speed limit is adhered to in all cases, and that driving is safe and the patient is comfortable.
- The post holder will be expected to plan their journeys, taking into account patient destinations along with the routes they should take, to ensure an efficient and effective service.
- The post holder is required to undertake daily vehicle checks to ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy; these checks shall include for example: oil, water, fuel, tyre pressure and tread condition, lights, warning devices etc.
- Complete a daily VDI report for the vehicle or ensuring that where appropriate your crew member has done so before commencing a shift.
- Report defects and deficiencies of the vehicle and equipment, and replace all items of vehicle inventory used in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
- To maintain the vehicle and equipment in accordance with the organisation’s infection control policy
- Remove and replace soiled linen and equipment in order to maintain sanitary conditions
- Ensure a vehicle accident pack is kept on board the vehicle at all times and report any vehicle damage in accordance with company policy and procedures.
- Responsible for vehicle upkeep, cleanliness and maintenance.
- Ensure all safety checks and repairs are carried out.
- To operate any communication system supplied / fitted/ operated by the Company in accordance with its Policies and Procedures.
- To participate in the QEF driver rota covering of shifts and duties as required / directed.
- To undertake all training as required by the Company, to include mandatory training.
- To wear Personal Protective Equipment (Uniform etc.) as supplied by the Company. This equipment should be kept clean and tidy and worn to the required standard in accordance with the Company’s Policies and Procedures.
- The post holder will be responsible for recording information accurately using either computerised systems or hard copy as required.
- Comply with all the Company’s Policies and Procedures
- Participate in the Company’s appraisal scheme and associated continual professional development
- To undertake any such operational duties that may be required in order to assist in the provision of a quality service in line with the Company’s contractual obligation
Record accurate data/information to ensure quality standards are met i.e. timesheets, mileage records and fuel records.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Basic literacy & Numeracy qualifications
Desirable criteria
- Categories C1 & D1 on driving licence
- Customer Services NVQ
- Basic Vehicle Maintenance
- First Aid
- Advanced Driving
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Experience & knowledge of Patient Transport Services
- Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to express empathy
- Route planning skills and knowledge of local area.
- Ability to respond to traffic problems, re-routing as required avoiding delays in transportation of patients and/or specimens
- Able to prioritise urgent schedules
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kane Allsop
- Job title
- Operations Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02476619174
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