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Full time role based at Greenwich Hospital and Neringah Hospital in Wahroonga HammondCare offer staff competitive salaries, excellent training & development opportunities We are a NSW Health-affiliated organisation with continuity of entitlements About the role The full-time role of the Patient Transport Officer works within the Mission and Mission in Action of HammondCare to ensure that patients are transported in a safe and timely manner to and from required venues; that items are collected and delivered as required; general administrative duties. This role is based at both Greenwich Hospital in Greenwich and Neringah Hospital in Wahroonga. Willingness to travel to all HammondCare sites is required. HammondCare is a NSW Health-affiliated organisation all NSW Health transferrable entitlements will be recognised. Essence of the role Safe and timely transport of patients to and from required venues Collection and delivery of patient related items as required Performing administrative duties including computer administration, receiving and sending emails, electronic filing and general tasks as required by the Fleet & Transport Manager General maintenance of Patient Transport vehicles, Hospital Pool Motor vehicles and associated items About you A current NSW Driver’s Licence (Class C-Car licence) and safe driving record. Prepared to undertake the Driver Assessment Test if required Demonstrated knowledge of the Health and/or Aged Care Sectors, with experience in transporting frail, aged and / or vulnerable people desirable but not essential Present professionally and takes pride in personal appearance Senior First Aid Certificate desirable Confident at using computers, including Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, using relevant software Ability to work independently and as part of a team Empathy and patience Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing Customer service focus. Benefits - What are we offering in return for your expertise and experience. Market-leading remuneration Salary packaging; $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits. Additional training & career development opportunities Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave. Reward and Recognition Program Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family. Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you & your family. Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs, and Tyre Care Plans Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung Ready to make a change? Apply Now! HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, immunisation staff screening & vaccination compliance checks. Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare. We recognise and celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in their work. Our Mission in Action Awards honour outstanding contributions, while our Service Awards acknowledge the dedication of employees who have been with us for many years. Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care. We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills. Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals. As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits! Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres. When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.