**Role** **Definition** **Position** **Title:** **Driver** **Reports to** **(position):** **Dialysis Clinic** **Manager** **Primary purpose of the** **role:** To perform transport of dialysis patients to and from the dialysis clinic and to any appointments as directed by Clinic staff; to provide support to the nursing staff in the dialysis clinic by performing non-nursing duties relating to direct and indirect patient care and to assist the Dialysis Clinic Manager in any other tasks as directed. **Key** **Responsibilities** + To treat patients and all staff with courtesy and dignity and provide assistance in and out of the bus + Pick up and deliveries to and from the hospital as required (personal and goods) + Ensure Patient Transport bus is kept clean at all times (externally and internally) + Ensure the bus is serviced as per manufactures’ recommendation and is maintained in a road worthy condition at all times. + Assist with repairs in the clinic as directed by the Dialysis Clinic Manager + Help to maintain cleanliness of the clinic externally as directed by the Dialysis Clinic Manager + Ensure and promote a safe, secure and healthy working environment as detailed in the Occupational Health and Safety policy. + Participate in Quality Assurance activities as required by the Dialysis Clinic Manager + Assist with all tasks as requested by the Dialysis Clinic Manager when not engaged in the primary function of patient transportation + Attend to the re-stocking of consumables in the stock room and trolley/s as required for daily operation of the Clinic + Participate in stock take + Ensure correct placement of deliveries (stock, linen, etc) **Competencies** (attitude, skills, typical qualifications & experience) + Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team + Knowledge of Work Health and Safety as it relates to the role within the facility + Knowledge of Infection Control / Hygiene principles and implementation of this knowledge into daily practice + Understanding of the Quality improvement process and risk management obligations + Work as a team member + Holder of a driver’s license **Essential Qualifications of the** **position:** + Previous driving experience + Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives. + Effective communication skills, both written and verbal **Desirable:** + Previous experience in patient transport within a health care environment and a sound understanding of patients suffering from acute illness and Work Health and Safety Issues relating to the position