Overview
Volunteer Car Driver role at EMED Group – based in Surrey. Join our Patient Transport Service to help vulnerable patients access essential medical appointments on time with ease and comfort. No prior experience is necessary – just a caring attitude, a 4- to 5-door car, and some spare time. You will be the friendly face patients rely on during their journey to appointments, providing safe and reliable transportation and support during a challenging time.
As a volunteer, you will contribute to improving patient care and supporting the NHS. The role offers flexible hours or early starts to fit around your schedule and the fulfilment that comes from giving back to your community.
Responsibilities
* Drive patients to non-emergency medical appointments
* Assist individuals in accessing vital hospital services
* Coordinate with dispatch teams for seamless operations
* Foster positive relationships within the community
* Enjoy the autonomy of volunteering with the backing of a supportive team
What We're Looking For
* 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 organization's values
* Basic IT skills (e.g., use of a smartphone)
Benefits and Requirements
* 50p per mile with reimbursement for approved expenses
* The opportunity to make a tangible difference in your local community
* Be part of the EMED Volunteer Team
* Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing support
* Opportunities to connect with new people
Please note: this role is subject to regulatory pre-employment checks, and you may be asked to provide details of your full employment history if invited to an interview. Your HMRC record may help you prepare this information when required.
About EMED Group
EMED Group is the largest Patient Transport and Care Partner to the NHS with circa 4,000 colleagues across 60 depots. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and to treating all employees, patients, and service users with dignity and respect. We strive to be representative of all sections of society and to provide an inclusive and safe working culture for all.
We are the result of the merger of ERS Medical and E-Zec Medical and continue to develop patient care transport services that support patient care, community support, secure mental health, and medical courier services.
Values
Collaborative, Agile, Reliable, and Empowered – we work as one team to meet the needs of patients, passengers, colleagues, communities, and the planet.
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