Security/Driver/Porter at Mediclinic

Job Description

The Group is focused on providing specialist-orientated, multidisciplinary services across the continuum of care in such a way that the Group will be regarded as the most respected and trusted provider of healthcare services by patients, medical practitioners, funders and regulators of healthcare in each of its markets.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To transport and escort patients, equipment, files and related items between different departments of a hospital care; to provide transportation and delivery services; to fulfil security responsibilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Transport and escort patients safely to pre-determined location
• Provide Hospital Transportation Service
• Provide Collections and Deliveries Services
• Assist with evacuations during emergency situations
• Control access to entrances and direct clients to correct locations
• Perform patrols and inspections

Required Education

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

• Grade 12; or Grade 10 with 5 years extensive experience in the security / client service environment

DESIRED EDUCATION

• Matric / Advanced Driving Skills Course

Required Experience

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Experience in client services / dealing with the public
• 5 years’ experience driving Code 08
• Security Services Experience

Desired Experience

• Healthcare experience (e.g. care work)
• Driving passengers using PDP licence

Required Job Skills And Knowledge

• Emergency Evacuation plans
• English Proficiency (Read, speak and write)
• Health and Safety regulations
• Kinetic handling principles
• Knowledge of all road safety regulations
• Knowledge of cold chain maintenance
• Knowledge of fire safety procedures
• Knowledge of relevant blood bank regulations
• Knowledge of stock control principles and procedures
• Medico Legal Risk (e.g. infection control and patient safety)
• Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Intranet)
• Patient Rights Charter
• PDP driving permit (transporting people)
• Route geographical awareness and reading maps / GPS
• Security related legislation and procedures (e.g. PSIRA)
• Two-way radios