Compassionate Patient Transport Assistant

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is looking for Ambulance Care Assistants in Milton Keynes to ensure safe and dignified transport for patients to and from appointments. Applicants should possess compassion, excellent communication skills, and physical fitness to support individuals requiring assistance. The role offers full training, a 37.5-hour work week, and opportunities for advancement within the ambulance service. Comprehensive benefits including NHS pension and paid leave are also provided.

Benefits

Full training and courses

27 days holiday (increases with service)

Automatic NHS Pension Scheme enrolment

NHS discounts in over 200 stores

Qualifications

• Ability to reassure patients, especially those with dementia.
• Physical ability to assist in lifting and moving patients.
• No medical background is needed, just a desire to help.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely to and from medical appointments.
• Assist patients with mobility needs and provide care during transport.
• Complete daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication skills

Physical fitness

Job description

A healthcare service provider is looking for Ambulance Care Assistants in Milton Keynes to ensure safe and dignified transport for patients to and from appointments. Applicants should possess compassion, excellent communication skills, and physical fitness to support individuals requiring assistance. The role offers full training, a 37.5-hour work week, and opportunities for advancement within the ambulance service. Comprehensive benefits including NHS pension and paid leave are also provided.