Messenger

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Function
Patient services
Facility
Life Hilton Private Hospital
Position
Messenger

A vacancy exists for a Messenger position reporting to the Reception Supervisor, Trisha Naidoo. The successful candidate will be responsible for hospital deliveries and the safe transporting of patients throughout the hospital.Critical Outputs

Messenger Duties:

  • Carry out hospital deliveries and trips as per authorisation.
  • Maintain accurate records of the logbook.
  • Maintain the vehicle i.e. cleanliness etc.
  • Check and report faults to ensure road worthiness.
  • To perform drivers, function in accordance with the region policies and procedures, SHEQ requirements and the Road Traffic Act and Regulations.
  • To successfully complete the advanced driver training course.
  • A strong commitment to teamwork and the ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
  • Knowledge of Hospital Procedures.
  • Must be familiar with Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas.
  • Must be able to use their initiative.

Porter Duties

  • Safe Transporting of patients between hospital departments, including wards, Doctors’ rooms, Radiology and Pathology.
  • Distribution of internal memos and correspondence.
  • Directing patients and visitors in a friendly manner to the relevant departments within the hospital.
  • Ensure a well maintained and clean reception area and presentation of Life Healthcare magazines and promotional material.
  • Assist with compiling patient pre-admission packs.
  • Other tasks as assigned by the Reception Supervisor.

Requirements

  • Valid Matric Certificate.
  • Valid Code 8 Drivers License (PDP would be a pre-requisite).
  • Previous hospital environment experience advantageous.
  • Must be able to work shifts, including night duty, weekends, and public holidays.
  • Must be physically fit due to the nature of the job.
  • Must display a pleasant disposition and take pride in appearance.
  • Must understand and display patient centric principles.
  • Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Atleast 3 years’ experience as a Driver.
  • The candidate must be able to manage time effectively.

Competencies

  • Good verbal and written communication.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Drive and energy.
  • Ethical behaviour
  • Organisational awareness.
  • Pleasant disposition and appearance.
  • Management of time.
  • Customer focus and responsiveness.

Email: Hiltonrecruitment@lifehealthcare.co.za

Closing date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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