Current Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunity – Patient Transport Drivers (Barwon Health)

Barwon Health is expanding our Volunteer Driver Program to support more patients across the Greater Geelong region in attending their vital clinical appointments. This service makes a genuine difference in the lives of our community’s most vulnerable, ensuring they can access the care they need.

We are looking for compassionate, and reliable Volunteer Drivers to join our team and provide transport to:

• University Hospital Geelong

• Barwon Health North

• Barwon Health McKellar Centre

• Newcombe Community Health Centre

Please note, we are currently looking for Volunteers who have any availability across Monday - Friday.

What you’ll be doing:

• Driving patients safely to and from appointments using Barwon Health fleet vehicles.

• Providing a friendly, supportive presence to help patients feel at ease.

• Utilising modern technology to access secure information across multiple devices

• Following infection prevention and safety protocols to protect yourself and patients.

• Working closely with Patient Transport Coordinators and clinicians who will support and guide you.

What we’re looking for:

• Safe and responsible drivers with a current driver’s licence.

• Confidence with Technology

• A friendly and caring approach, with patience and understanding.

• Reliability and flexibility – start/finish times may vary depending on appointments (generally between 8am–4pm, Monday–Friday).

• Willingness to follow infection control measures, including wearing a surgical mask and keeping up to date with vaccinations (minimum 3 COVID-19 and current flu).

What you’ll gain:

• The opportunity to give back in a meaningful way, supporting those who need it most.

• Extensive onboarding, training and ongoing support from Barwon Health staff.

• Buddy shifts with experienced volunteers to build your confidence.

• A sense of pride in making a real difference to patients’ wellbeing.

• Connection with a welcoming team of volunteers and staff.

Requirements:

• Current driver’s licence (standard car licence is fine).

• Minimum 3 COVID-19 vaccinations and current influenza vaccinations.

• Willingness to undergo onboarding, training, and safety checks.

• Confidence with technology. The system used when volunteering will require the volunteer's device to be updated and the volunteer will need to be confident with using systems. 

Interested?
We’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply online today and our Volunteer Team will be in touch.

Come join us in helping patients get the care they need – your time and skills can make all the difference.