Mater Volunteers is seeking reliable volunteer Patient Transport Drivers. This role enables vulnerable patients to access health care by providing door to door transport to and/or from their Mater appointments.  

The available shifts are:

• Wednesday 2pm-6pm (4 hours)

• Thursday 10am-6pm (8 hours)

• Friday 12pm-4pm (4 hours)

Applicants must be able to commit to one of these shifts weekly for a minimum period of 6 months.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely drive Mater vehicles to transport patients to and from their healthcare appointments.

• Contribute to a respectful and friendly conversation with patients from diverse backgrounds whilst ensuring their privacy and confidentiality.

• Adhere to all road rules and speed signs both on Mater campus and offsite.

• Answer mobile phone and respond to any requests.

• Use iPad to access daily run sheet and updates.

• Follow procedures to notify staff of any changes to planned route, incidents or damage incurred on shift.

Skills and Experience required:

• A current open Driver’s licence
• Aged between 26-73 years for insurance and risk management purposes
• Criminal history check required
• Clean traffic history check - no offences in last 5 years
• Basic knowledge of motor vehicles
• Able to remain calm and problem solve in a busy and sometimes demanding environment
• Able to listen, empathise and show compassion to patients
• Able to build rapport with people from diverse backgrounds
• Moderate to advanced fitness level (able to be in and out of vehicle for up to 8 hours a day)
• Ability to use Mater mobile phone, GPS and tablet
• Good time management/organisational skills

All Mater Volunteers receive training to ensure you are confident in your role.

We are looking for an immediate start so please apply today!