HEMS Paramedic (Trainee Critical Care Paramedic)

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Southampton is seeking a HEMS Paramedic for their critical care team. This role involves managing high acuity patients in pre-hospital settings and participating in a training programme. Candidates should have substantial experience in emergency care and be registered paramedics. The position offers a salary range of £38,682 to £46,580 annually, with full-time and part-time options available.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in pre-hospital emergency care.
• Successful completion of required qualifications.
• Demonstrable risk assessment skills in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized clinical practice in pre-hospital emergency care.
• Collaborate with the Critical Care Team.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage high acuity patients.

Skills

Very experienced blue light driver

Registered paramedic (HCPC)

Team membership attitude

Ability to manage busy complex situations

Ability to prioritise workload under pressure

Education

BSc in Paramedic Science or equivalent

Job description

HEMS Paramedic (Trainee Critical Care Paramedic)

The closing date is 12 October 2025

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) brings an advanced Critical Care team to the most seriously ill and injured patients across the region, giving them the best possible chance of survival and recovery. The service is delivered in partnership between the HIOWAA Charity and University Hospital Southampton.

As part of our ongoing development, we are expanding our team and seeking experienced paramedics who are committed to personal development and delivering the highest standards of clinical care in challenging pre-hospital environments. Successful applicants will undertake our Critical Care Paramedic training programme, including enrolment at St George\'s University on the Advanced Practice MSc.

Based initially at our airbase in Thruxton, and later at our new airbase at Southampton Airport, this is a varied and developmental role. Our clinicians are expected to be values-driven, collaborative, and dedicated to delivering outstanding care and achieving team excellence

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England\'s largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we\'re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We\'re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job responsibilities

To deliver specialised clinical practice within the field of pre-hospital emergency care, acting as a role model within the Critical Care Team

Practice as a Trainee Critical Care Paramedic in partnership with a HEMS doctor or as part of a paramedic team to deliver enhanced care to high acuity patients in the pre-hospital setting.

Use collaborative and independent judgment to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement, manage and evaluate clinical care and management of patients attended to by the Critical Care Team.

Work within the multidisciplinary team to deliver clinical practice, leadership, support, and structured teaching for multidisciplinary professionals to facilitate ongoing education, training and development.

Support specific service development, including the implementation of multidisciplinary guidelines and protocols, incorporating current best evidence in consultation with medical and paramedic staff for the care of pre-hospital emergency care patients.

Demonstrate responsibility for continuing professional development through work-based and service-provided training.

Undertake active and positive engagement with all stakeholders involved with the HIOWAA charity.

To work collaboratively with colleagues from local and neighbouring ambulance services to foster partnership working and the delivery of high-quality services

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Very experienced blue light driver with UK Driving Licence with no more than 3 penalty points. Level 3 CERAD Emergency Driving Qualification (or IHCD Emergency Driving qualification with willingness to undertake additional training)
• Significant experience in a pre-hospital emergency care setting. Registered paramedic (HCPC) with no restrictions on practice. Successful completion of BSc in Paramedic Science or equivalent or recent academic study at Level 6 subject to the HEI entry requirements
• The ability to listen to others, to appreciate a variety of opinions and the adapt to environments and situations in a responsible, controlled manner
• Demonstrable on scene and multi-agency management with the ability to manage busy complex situations and get the best out of those involved
• Able to take responsibility and be a role model for others
• Demonstrable team membership attitude and aptitude for working in a very high performing team in pre-hospital environment. Undertake training and display competency in the use of NVIS/NVG (Night Vision) equipment for night-time operations, as required
• Able to dynamically risk assess and respond to unpredictable, highly dynamic clinical incidents, and provide concise, direct feedback during case discussions, hot debriefs etc
• Participation in Audit or Quality Improvement activities
• Demonstrable team membership attitude and aptitude for working in a very high performing team in pre-hospital environment
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Able to self manage ensuring prompt start times, time focused prioritisation on shift and mindful of how personal actions affect the team dynamic

Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA)

£38,682 to £46,580 a yearpa or pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,Part-time

Reference number

188-CL180825

Job locations

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA)