Patient Transport Officers

NPT is currently seeking applications for casual Patient Transport Officers for the following areas:

• Melbourne Metro
• Hume Region servicing Wangaratta, Benalla and Wodonga
• Goulburn Region servicing Shepparton, Kilmore & Seymour
• South Western Region servicing Warrnambool and Hamilton

To be considered for a Patient Transport Officer role at National Patient Transport, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a minimum Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport (or equivalent qualification).

When applying, please ensure all sections of the application paperwork are fully completed, as successful completion of this documentation forms part of the selection criteria.

Responsibilities:

• Primary care, monitoring and treatment of patients during transport;
• Provision of clinical handovers for all inter-hospital and diagnostic related transfers;
• Performing, as part of a team, to deliver high quality care and treatment in a timely, safe and efficient manner;
• Complying with patient care related clinical and operational policies and procedures as specified in the patient transport regulations and Clinical Practice Protocols;
• Safe driving of patient transport vehicles in accordance with respective road laws across Victoria.

To be successful in a role with us, you will need to have:

• Highly developed communication skills
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• Effective analysis and problem-solving skills
• A high level of interpersonal awareness
• Ability to follow instructions and guidelines
• Clear decision making, good judgement skills, and the ability to act quickly
• A good level of health and fitness
• Be of good character
• Ability to regulate emotions in stressful situations
• Flexibility with working hours