Ambulance Care Assistant - Frontline Patient Transport

Mersey Medical Services Ltd.; Inverness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Spark Medical in the United Kingdom seeks an Ambulance Care Assistant to provide non-emergency patient transport and frontline care across a variety of settings, in line with policies and procedures. As part of a crewmate, you will respond to emergencies and maintain high standards of patient care, documentation, and infection control while working flexible hours and pursuing CPD development.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills and physical fitness are essential, with a valid UK manual licence and

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months health & social care experience (care home/hospital/emergency frontline setting).
• Full UK manual driving licence with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Two years' experience since first UK driving licence.
• Flexible with regards to hours of work.
• Physically fit to undertake the physical aspects of the role.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Ability to complete relevant paperwork to clinical standard.
• Demonstrate ability to work in an emergency ambulance environment.
• Ability to prioritise objectives and manage time efficiently.
• Commitment to delivering a high-quality patient experience and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-emergency patient transport to a wide range of patients across hospital and private settings.
• Safely transfer patients to and from ambulances using specialist equipment.
• Accurately complete all patient, vehicle and equipment documentation.
• Provide treatment up to the post-holder's assessed ability in line with best practice (IHCD/JRCALC).
• Take relevant information from carers or others at the scene and report to healthcare professionals as required.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards and participate in cleaning routines.
• Carry out vehicle and equipment checks at the start of shifts and report defects.
• Maintain personal development portfolio and engage in CPD activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Time management

Flexibility

Prioritisation

Emergency care

Education

FREC 3 qualification

Job description

Spark Medical in the United Kingdom seeks an Ambulance Care Assistant to provide non-emergency patient transport and frontline care across a variety of settings, in line with policies and procedures. As part of a crewmate, you will respond to emergencies and maintain high standards of patient care, documentation, and infection control while working flexible hours and pursuing CPD development.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills and physical fitness are essential, with a valid UK manual licence and