Transport Lead Driver - Brighton, United Kingdom - 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
3 weeks ago
Description
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a driver to join their Transport Department working amongst a team of drivers.
The role requirements are based on a 'courier style' service to the healthcare establishments in and around West Sussex ensuring our communities are enabled to receive the treatment and resources they need.
Courier duties include multiple delivery and collections of pathology, pharmacy, medical records, surgical instruments and replenishment of GP Surgery items across Sussex.
General maintenance and daily cleaning tasks in line with all Infection Control Policy is compulsory on each shift you work.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.
buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs.
This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be.
From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop.We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
MainResponsibilities:
Driver required to support the busy hospital 'in-house' transport service operating from St Richards and Worthing Hospitals.
Courier duties include multiple delivery and collections of pathology, pharmacy, medical records, pharmaceuticals and sterile services throughout West Sussex. All drivers are required to carry out electronic vehicle checks and complete necessary paperwork on a daily basis. General maintenance and cleaning of the vehicles is also compulsory on each shift you work.
Communication
The post holder will be required to work amongst a small team of drivers but predominantly alone. You will be responsible for reporting all vehicle defects to the relevant persons. You will come into contact with Trust staff, external stakeholders and members of the public.
Vehicle safety and maintenance checks are key to the daily driving role. It is crucial to report any maintenance/defects/damage immediately.
Please see job description and person specs for full details
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