Ambulance Driver (ACA) - South East London

HATS Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an Ambulance Care Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing ambulance care, ensuring patient safety and dignity, and maintaining high standards of conduct. The position requires ACA foundation training and offers a 4on 4off shift pattern, with varied start times. Join a reputable organization dedicated to delivering quality patient transport services.

Qualifications

• Must have passed ACA foundation training, including First Aid and Manual Handling.
• Ability to work flexible hours and handle challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicle and personal readiness for patient journeys.
• Transport patients safely, assisting clinicians as needed.
• Accurate record-keeping of patient movements and incidents.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Education

ACA foundation training

Job description

Ambulance Driver (ACA) - South East London

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The HATS Group is the UK's leading private healthcare provider, specializing in patient transport services with an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We operate over 800 vehicles and support public and private healthcare institutions, delivering more than 2 million passenger movements annually.

We are seeking an Ambulance Care Assistant (ACA) to join our team on a 4on 4off shift pattern, 42 hours per week, with varied start times from 05:00 to 12:00.

Job Purpose

Provide ambulance care, including assessment, treatment, and patient movement in non-emergency settings, ensuring safety, dignity, and compassion. Pass the ACA foundation training, including first aid and manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicle and personal readiness for patient journeys.
• Maintain communication with the Control team regarding availability and movements.
• Transport patients safely, assisting clinicians as needed, following clinical guidelines and company policies.
• Accurate record-keeping of patient movements, medical information, and incidents.
• Drive relevant vehicle types, check and maintain vehicles, report defects.
• Complete reports on incidents, accidents, and vehicle status.
• Participate in training, professional development, and maintain high standards of conduct and appearance.
• Ensure confidentiality and handle patient data in accordance with data protection laws.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and contribute to risk management.

Additional Duties

• Supervise less experienced staff where appropriate.
• Respond to major incidents and operate company equipment per procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

Must have passed ACA foundation training, including First Aid and Manual Handling. Ability to work flexible hours and handle challenging situations with professionalism.