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Patient Transport Officers – Mildura

1 * casual position1 * part-time position About UsProudly serving Australians since 1928, the Royal Flying Doctor Service provides emergency aeromedical and health care services for people in rural and remote regions across Australia.   Mobile Patient Care (MPC) is a service division of RFDS Victoria, providing non-emergency patient transport services in both rural and metropolitan locations across VIC and NSW.  About the Role Flying Doctors Mobile Patient Care is seeking applications for Patient Transport Officers (PTO) for roles within our Mildura team. We have opportunities for a casual and a part-time PTO. This role requires a flexible and hardworking attitude and willingness to work on weekdays, weekends and public holidays when required.RFDS MPC prides ourselves on delivering the highest quality patient care and treatment during the on-road transport of patients with a wide variety of medical conditions. As a recognised leader within the non-emergency transport industry we offer world-class, structured training and induction, opportunities for professional growth and a supportive and inclusive organisational culture. Key responsibilities will include:Perform patient assessment and intervention on-road.Provide high-quality patient care and treatment during on-road transport.Develop and maintain positive working relationships with patients and stakeholders.Assess the effectiveness of any intervention in accordance with all Flying Doctor MPC guidelines, NEPT regulations and within prescribed scope of practice. Perform independently and problem-solve within established policies and procedures.Work collaboratively with other team members. Maintain an understanding of RFDS MPC Policies and procedures and Non-Emergency Patient Transport Regulations to support best practice.Qualifications and Experience:PTO: Qualified as a Patient Transport Officer (PTO) - Minimum qualification of Cert III in Non-emergency Patient TransportHold a current full Victorian Driver's License (mandatory) and can drive in both city and country traffic conditions.Experience working in the non-emergency patient transport sector in an equal role desirable but not essential.Additional requirements:Hold a satisfactory National Police Check completed within the last 6 months.Hold a full Victorian drivers license.Hold a current Working With Children Check for employment.Provide a satisfactory driving history report.Full immunisation history in accordance with AV guidelines.Flexibility to work out of surrounding branches when required.RFDS policies require that mandatory immunisations must be obtained by any new staff members prior to commencement of work. Please be aware that if you don't have all the immunisations required, you may not be immediately eligible for a role within Mobile Patient Care.RFDS policy requires evidence of three covid vaccinations along with an annual influenza vaccination unless a medical exemption can be provided. Further vaccinations may be required for clinical staff.This is an exciting opportunity to work for an iconic Australian charity that promotes a supportive and inclusive working culture, offers a flexible working environment and exciting employee benefits.If this sounds like the job for you, please click apply to start your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by 31 May 2023. RFDS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.PD - Patient Transport Officer AUD Mildura 3500