Ambulance Driver - Part Time

We are currently looking for a Part-time Ambulance Driver to join the St Johns Hospice Palliative Ambulance crew.

The post holder will work effectively and efficiently within a small team of Ambulance Drivers providing the dedicated St Johns Hospice Palliative Ambulance service, ensuring high standards of safety and quality of care for patients and carers accompanying patients on transport and en-route.

The post holder will ensure effective communication and liaison in the booking, planning, and carrying out of duties related to the transport and transfer of patients.

Job Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility on a daily basis for being fully informed of the requirements of the ambulance crew regarding patient transport and transfers.
• Be available throughout the day to respond promptly to planned and unplanned patient transport requests.
• Contact patients or carers to inform them of pick-up times and any potential delays.
• Ensure clear, proper, prompt, and safe communication with the Hospice Day Care Unit Team.
• Liaise closely with the hospice clinical team in case of significant changes in a patient's condition.
• Understand the requirements for managing patients who deteriorate in transit.
• Maintain accurate logs of transfers and notable events.
• Take responsibility for the maintenance and checking of equipment, supplies, and disposable items in the ambulance.

Person Specification:

• Clean Driving Licence Class 1
• Basic First Aid (desirable)
• Experience in patient or vulnerable adult transport
• Knowledge of transport and communication aids
• Knowledge of vehicle workings and basic maintenance
• Experience with booking and recording systems
• Experience of working with palliative care patients
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Understanding of scheduling and organisational structures
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Flexibility to work additional hours as necessary

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (negotiable)
• Permanent part-time position

How to Apply: For questions about the job, contact: Recruitment Coordinator, David Appau, david.appau@hje.org.uk