Driver (LMO/DR 1) - May Pen Hospital

Job Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the Hospital Administrator, the incumbent is responsible for providing transportation services through driving the Authority’s vehicles, delivery and collection of mail and packages, transporting patients, transporting staff. These services are to be provided while ensuring safety and timeliness in the execution of responsibilities. 

Qualifications & Experience:

• Secondary School Certificate; 
• Certification, Defensive Driving Techniques and First Aid; 
• Successful in the driving test carried out by the Island Traffic Authority; 
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old, the holder of a valid Class C License, with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Driver; 
• Possesses a safe driving record; 
• Basic Motor Vehicle Mechanics would be an asset; 
• Certification in Emergency Medical Technician would be an asset. 

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of Defensive Driving Techniques 
• Knowledge of the Road Traffic act of Jamaica 
• Knowledge of geographic location of health care facilities and suppliers 
• Good oral and written communication skills 
• Basic report writing skills 
• Possess good Integrity/Ethics 
• Good interpersonal skills 
• Good Teamwork & Cooperation 

Key Responsibilities include:

Technical/Professional/Administrative 

• Delivering and picks-up documents and mail within and outside of the Region. 
• Transporting staff or designated persons to clinics, conferences, seminars. 
• Collecting and delivering supplies such as drugs and vaccines as directed 
• Carrying out minor repairs to the assigned motor vehicle. 
• Maintaining the assigned vehicle in good working condition. 
• Writing reports concerning any accidents, damage, and loss of parts from the vehicle. Reporting all defects or deficiencies to the Operations Manager promptly. 
• Keeping the vehicle clean at all times.

Facilities, Operations & Maintenance Branch 

• Recording all movements of vehicles in the Daily Assignment Book. 
• Ensuring gas advance cards and their usage are treated according to existing policies and procedures. 
• Ensuring that all vehicles are operated within the Road Traffic Act of Jamaica.
• Ensuring that the vehicle is in proper working order before leaving the compound.
• Assisting Ambulance Attendants/Porters by moving the sick and injured to and from ambulance by stretcher or wheel chair. 
• Transporting patients for special treatment to other health facilities in and out of the region. 
• Obtaining signatures for items delivered and received. 
• Keeping the communication system (CUG phone) accessible at all times. 
• Ensuring safe custody of the vehicle at all timed while on duty. 
• Responding to emergency as directed by Supervisor. 
• Keeping the communication equipment (i.e. phone /radio) on. 
• Administering the ‘Vehicle Checklist’ at the start and end of each shift 
• Planning and following the most efficient routes for delivering mail/packages.
• Undertakes other related functions assigned by the Supervisor from time to time. 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH JOB:

• Employees in this job class are at increased risk of road accidents due to high driving speeds under emergency conditions, and often are in physical contact with people who have contagious diseases. Safe work practices and protective clothing are required.
• Hepatitis B vaccination must be available to drivers; drivers must be familiar with the ambulance service procedures control plan regarding exposure to body fluids and infections. 
• Drivers often work under pressure and at irregular hours; help to lift and move patients, and perform other physically demanding jobs, which may result in back pains and musculoskeletal problems due mainly to incorrect lifting techniques. 
• Expected to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and Public Holidays. 

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED