Ambulance Care Assistant - Patient Transport & Training

NHS; Basingstoke, Portsmouth, Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional ambulance service in the UK is seeking an Ambulance Care Assistant. In this hands-on role, you will drive patients safely to medical appointments and assist them with mobility. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, resilient, and possess excellent communication skills. No medical background is necessary; however, physical fitness and a driving license are required. Join the team and make a positive impact on patients' lives with every journey.

Benefits

Full training and various courses

27 days holiday entitlement rising with service

Automatic enrolment into NHS Pension Scheme

Occupational Health support

NHS Discounts in over 200 stores

Qualifications

• No medical background required, just a genuine desire to help people.
• Experience in patient care preferred.
• Ability to carry 50.8 kg with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Drive patients safely to medical appointments.
• Assist with patient mobility and lifting.
• Administer basic ambulance nursing duties according to training.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication skills

Resilience

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE at grade C or above in Maths or English

Full manual UK driving licence

Job description

A regional ambulance service in the UK is seeking an Ambulance Care Assistant. In this hands-on role, you will drive patients safely to medical appointments and assist them with mobility. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, resilient, and possess excellent communication skills. No medical background is necessary; however, physical fitness and a driving license are required. Join the team and make a positive impact on patients' lives with every journey.