Porter and Driver – Hospital Logistics and Patient Transport
Mediclinic vacancies
Available Locations:
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Description
Job Summary
Mediclinic Vacancies is looking for a reliable, compassionate Porter and Driver to ensure the safe, timely and courteous transport of patients, specimens, medication, equipment and supplies within and between hospital facilities. You will be the “front line” of hospital logistics—supporting clinical teams, maintaining strict infection‑prevention standards, and delivering an exceptional patient experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Transport: Safely transfer patients (bed, wheelchair, stretcher) to and from wards, theatres, diagnostics, and discharge areas, ensuring dignity, comfort and confidentiality.
- Driving Duties: Operate hospital vehicles to transport patients, staff, specimens, files and equipment between facilities, adhering to road safety and company policies.
- Logistics & Handling: Collect, deliver and track medical equipment, linen, pharmacy items, lab specimens and medical records with full chain-of-custody compliance.
- Infection Prevention & Control: Follow strict cleaning, sanitising and PPE protocols for vehicles, trolleys, stretchers and wheelchairs.
- Communication & Coordination: Liaise with nursing, admissions, radiology, theatre and other support services to prioritise and complete requests.
- Documentation & Reporting: Complete trip logs, patient handover forms, incident reports, mileage sheets and maintenance checklists accurately.
- Emergency Support: Respond rapidly to urgent and emergency transport requests.
- Safety & Maintenance: Conduct daily vehicle and equipment checks; report defects and schedule maintenance promptly.
- Customer Service: Provide empathetic, respectful assistance to patients, families and visitors.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Secondary school certificate / Grade 12 (or equivalent).
- Valid driver’s licence appropriate for the vehicle class (e.g., Light Motor Vehicle).
- Clean driving record; defensive driving training is advantageous.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / First Aid Level 1 (advantageous).
- Knowledge of safe patient handling and lifting techniques.
- Ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English (additional local languages are a plus).
- Physically fit; able to push, pull and lift within safe manual‑handling limits.
- Familiarity with infection prevention and control practices.
- Basic computer / mobile app literacy for job dispatching and documentation.
Experience
- 1–2 years in a hospital/clinical environment as a porter, orderly, driver, or similar logistics role (preferred).
- Experience transporting vulnerable, immobile or medically complex patients is an advantage.
- Prior work with healthcare logistics (specimens, pharmacy, sterile services) is beneficial.
Working Hours
- Shift-based role: days, nights, weekends and public holidays on a rotational roster.
- Overtime and on-call/standby may be required to meet operational needs.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong patient-care mindset with empathy and professionalism.
- Time management & prioritisation in a high-demand clinical setting.
- Situational awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
- Teamwork & collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of HIPAA/POPIA or equivalent patient privacy and confidentiality regulations.
- Ability to stay calm and effective in urgent and emergency scenarios.
Benefits*
- Competitive salary with shift allowances/overtime as applicable.
- Medical/health insurance and retirement benefits (as per policy).
- Uniforms and PPE provided.
- Training & upskilling opportunities (e.g., BLS, patient handling, defensive driving).
- Employee wellness and assistance programmes.
*Benefits may vary by location/facility and will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Why Join Mediclinic Vacancies?
- Be a critical part of the patient journey and care experience.
- Work in a professional, well-structured healthcare environment with strong clinical and operational standards.
- Career growth pathways in hospital operations, patient services, logistics or emergency transport.
- A culture that values safety, compassion, respect and teamwork.
How to Apply
- Prepare your CV highlighting relevant driving, porter and/or hospital logistics experience.
- Include copies of your driver’s licence, certifications (e.g., First Aid/BLS) and any applicable clearances.
- Submit your application via the Mediclinic Vacancies careers portal or email (as specified in the vacancy posting).
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a skills/competency assessment, driving evaluation and interview.
- Final offers are subject to reference checks, medical fitness and background verification.