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We are the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS with more than 3,500 colleagues across 50 depots. Our ambition is to continue developing transport services that improve the health and ...
Volunteer Driver
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Summary
As a Volunteer Driver, you will help ensure that vulnerable patients can reach their essential medical appointments comfortably and on time.Detailed description
Join us as a Volunteer Driver in Huntingdon and become a vital part of our Patient Transport Service in your local area. Your commitment will ensure that vulnerable patients can access essential medical appointments on time with ease and comfort.
As a volunteer, you'll be the friendly face that patients rely on during their journey to appointments. Your role is simple yet profoundly impactful: providing safe and reliable transportation, while offering reassurance and support during a challenging time in their lives.
No prior experience is necessary - just bring your caring attitude. There are no set shifts or required hours, you simply let us know your availability, and we’ll schedule pick-ups accordingly. It’s fully flexible and based on when you're free.
What benefits can you expect?
- 50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses
- The chance to make a tangible difference in your local community
- Be a part of our excellent EMED Volunteer Team
- Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support
- Opportunities to connect with new people
Other duties include:
- Drive patients to non-emergency appointments
- Assist individuals in accessing vital hospital services
- Coordinate with our dispatch teams for seamless operations
- Foster positive relationships within the community
Am I the right person for this?
You will need to have:
- A valid driving licence with (no more than 6 penalty points)
- A friendly and empathetic demeanour
- Access to a 4 door (minimum) car
- Alignment with our organisation's values
- Basic IT skills (like the use of smartphone)
What happens after you apply for this opportunity
After you apply, a member of our team will contact you to go through a simple screening process to learn more about your background, discuss the role in more detail and give you an opportunity to ask questions about the role.
If it’s a good fit, we’ll invite you to a face-to-face meeting where we’ll check your car, review your documents and explain the next steps. From there, we’ll arrange your training, help you complete a DBS check and make sure you’re confident and ready to begin.