Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
As a courier, you will transport pharmacy items, goods, equipment, correspondence, and stores, along with urine, blood, and other bodily fluids, and tissue samples between hospitals, health centres, clinics, and GP surgeries across the Trust area.
Due to the nature of the specimens and confidential paperwork carried, it is essential that courier drivers adhere to very tight schedules. You must have a high awareness of the department's assets used in carrying out daily duties. Participation in a rota system covering any shift required by Management is mandatory.
Main Duties of the Job
* Transport pharmacy items, goods, equipment, correspondence, and stores, along with urine, blood, and other bodily fluids, and tissue samples across the Trust area.
* Ensure timely deliveries while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to strict schedules.
* Participate in a rota system covering any shift required by Management.
* Collect pharmacy items and deliver them in a timely manner to home addresses and surgeries across the Trust area.
About Us
There are 5 set courier rounds and 4 TTA delivery rounds, working out of the Transport department, which is constantly evolving to provide the best service possible.
Job Responsibilities
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability for the post in your supporting information based on the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Training
* Full UK driving licence
* C1 driving licence
Experience
* Experience in driving-based work
* Ability to prioritise and organise your own workload
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
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