Job Description & Requirements
- To provide a professional and caring service for all patients whilst in the care of Big-Foot Medicare Medical Transport Services.
- To always ensure that patient safety remains paramount and that safe systems of work are adhered to regarding stretchers, carry chairs, wheelchairs, clamps, seat belts etc.
- At all times follow Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) and abide by company training for the collection, transport, and handover of patients.
- To complete all paperwork in respect of patient transfer accurately and legibly and return it to base at the end of a shift including CODs collected.
- To ensure that appropriate reaching, lifting, and handling techniques are applied as per training when moving patients under non-emergency conditions, using appropriate equipment where necessary.
- Carry out informal and formal risk assessments to assess hazards, then implement safe systems of work and reduce risks to yourself, patients and other people involved.
- Report defects and deficiencies of the vehicle and equipment. Check all vehicle inventory items are on date and replace all items of vehicle inventory used at the end of a shift.
JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To report any damage/incidents to superiors immediately.Follow instructions and duties briefed by your direct superior.
- Ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed according to current policies and procedures.
- In the event of an incident, you may be required to administer first aid commensurate to your training.
- Preparing the vehicle, undertaking all checks as per SOP prior to commencing a shift. Ensuring the vehicle is always kept tidy and all personal belongings are removed at the end of each shift.
Job Requirements - Ambulance Driver / Medical Transport Driver
- Valid Class 3 / 3A Singapore driving license with a minimum of 3 years of driving experience
- Physically fit and able to assist patients in and out of the vehicle when needed
- Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays
- Pleasant personality with a strong passion for helping people, including the elderly and patients with mobility challenges
- Good communication skillsand the ability to interact respectfully and patiently with clients,caregivers, and medical personnel
- Prior ambulance or medical transport (MTS) driving experience will be an added advantage
- Must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident with a clean driving record
