Medibus Driver

Remuneration: $30.61 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type:  Casual
Position Classification: Motor Vehicle Driver
Requisition ID: REQ558073
Closing Date: Sunday, 23rd of March

Why Join DAP+?
The successful candidate will ensure the efficient delivery of the DAP+ Medibus, for program service delivery and planned activities for urban, rural and remote communities, hospital and general practices located within the Hunter New England geographical regions.  This unique opportunity to contribute to the program’s meaningful mission of improving community healthcare outcomes. Working within a supportive and dynamic environment, you’ll play a vital role in providing access to high-quality care for patients diagnosed with diabetes.  

This casual position will involve driving and managing vehicle operations of DAP+ Medibus to DAP+ planned activities, including: travelling and taking the DAP+ team to local townships and staying a week at a time or for the day.  Ensuring the DAP+ vehicle is safety and cleanliness is maintained, and made available when needed.  

The successful applicant will be supported by and will report directly to the program Implementation Manager.  Ongoing learning and training opportunities are provided, including access and learning modules offered within the HNE My Health Learning platform and HETI.

Essential Criteria:
The successful candidate must hold a light rigid drivers license and proven experience in driving a light or heavy weight vehicle with a stable work history. 

What we can offer you: 

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

What is DAP+?
The Diabetes Alliance Program Plus (DAP+) is a dedicated initiative aimed at enhancing health outcomes and patient care experiences for individuals with diabetes, all within the convenience of their general practice setting.  DAP+ provides a variety of flexible and innovative services, including in-person and virtual case conferencing, diabetes and endocrine advice line, education events and conferences, and mobile Medibus. 

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Alicia Southwell on alicia.southwell@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional Information:

If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first. 

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.