Qualified Ambulance Technician

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Inveraray; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran is seeking a Qualified Ambulance Technician for Inveraray. Responsibilities include providing immediate care, requiring compassion and excellent decision-making skills. Applicants must be qualified and hold a valid driving license. The role promises a dynamic work environment in a beautiful region of Scotland.

Qualifications

• Qualified Ambulance Technician with a valid Emergency Response Driving qualification.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points.
• C1 Driving category on current licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate care across Scotland in varied and challenging environments.
• Maintain control and make effective decisions in emergencies.
• Work shifts based in Inveraray with known rosters.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Flexibility

Education

Qualified Ambulance Technician

Emergency Response Driving qualification

Job description

Join to apply for the Qualified Ambulance Technician role at NHS Ayrshire & Arran

Applications are now invited for individuals to join the Scottish Ambulance Service as a Qualified Ambulance Technician or existing Scottish Ambulance Service Qualified Ambulance Technicians to join our team in Inveraray, Argyll.

Applicants must secure accommodation within a reasonable distance of Inveraray before starting employment. You can discuss housing options with the informal contact on the advert before applying. If you are interested but do not have accommodation yet, reach out to the informal contact for assistance.

The Area

Argyll & Bute in Argyll & Clyde is a beautiful coastal region of Scotland, known for sea lochs, islands, hills, forests, and glens. It offers activities like surfing, kayaking, quad-biking, and mountain biking for outdoor enthusiasts.

This advert is recruiting Qualified Technicians for Inveraray, a charming town on Loch Fyne, known for its Georgian architecture, scenic setting, and rich heritage. Inveraray is about 1.5 hours from Glasgow.

The Role

Ambulance Technicians provide immediate care across Scotland, often in challenging environments. The role requires compassion, empathy, the ability to stay calm under pressure, make good decisions, and maintain control.

Essential

Applicants must be Qualified Ambulance Technicians with proof of qualification and hold a valid Emergency Response Driving qualification with C1 Entitlement.

The Person

This varied role requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to make safe, effective decisions. The position is rostered in Inveraray, with shifts known in advance.

Minimum entry requirements include:

• Full UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points
• C1 Driving category on current licence

The starting salary is NHS Scotland Band 5.

For informal enquiries, contact Stuart McLellan, Area Service Manager (Argyll & Bute) at [e-mail].

NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity, encouraging applications from all sections of society.