Job summary
A Great Place to work:
At NWAS we have an unrivalled clinical development pathway. Meaning you'll have access to fantastic training and development opportunities, including funding for formal academic qualifications and NHS leadership Training. Members of our team have gone on to become senior managers, clinical leaders, consultant paramedics and even CEO - and you can too.Working in the North West area, you will apply your clinical skills in a variety of environments, ranging from busy cities to remote, rural towns/villages.
A Great Place to Live:
Happiness - The North West boasts higher standard of living, more to do, cheaper housing and a wealth of history and culture. Why wouldn't you want to be happier?!
Money - Money makes the world go round. While you may earn slightly more in the capital, the lower house prices and a reduced cost of living make the North West a much more affordable place to live. Think cheaper houses, cheaper bills!
Main duties of the job
Full Time positions, working on a range of different shifts, which may attract unsociable hours working. Actual working hours will be confirmed on appointment.You will be required to support Emergency Services in providing core treatment and transport to patients, whilst complying with the service's policies, procedures and strategies for patient care. This role requires the post holder to work with another member of staff of the same grade as part of an Urgent Care Service crew dealing with the transport of patients of a less critical nature to that of the Paramedic Service.The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 GCSE's (or equivalent level qualifications) at grade C or above and one must be in English, Mathematics, Science or have relevant experience in a healthcare setting. In addition to experience of delivering excellent customer service, both of which are important aspects of the role.
About us
The post holder will have a proven ability to prioritise their workload and be able to meet deadlines whilst dealing with the challenge of working in a pressurised environment. You will be able to demonstrate your ability to use your initiative whilst working unsupervised and as part of a team. You will hold a valid EU driving licence with no more than 3 endorsement points (in exceptional circumstances a maximum of 6 points may be considered) and have the C1 category either in full or provisionally (those with C1 provisional would be required to obtain this in full prior to commencement).
Any person with a drink driving conviction in the last five years (whether spent or unspent) will not be considered for the role.Successful candidates would be required to attend a 6 week training course.
Job description
Job responsibilities
North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.
Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.
Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.
We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the Job description and Person Specification attached to the advert in full before applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust provides 24 hour, 365 days a year accident and emergency services to those in need of emergency medical treatment and transport.
Our highly skilled staff provide life-saving care to patients in the community and take people to hospital or a place of care if needed.We also provide non-emergency patient transport services for those patients who require non-emergency transport to and from hospital and who are unable to travel unaided because of their medical condition or clinical need.
Alongside the other emergency services, we also work to ensure the safety of the public and treatment of patients in the event of a major incident.
We also deliver the NHS 111 service in the North West. NHS 111 replaced NHS Direct in 2013. This service was introduced to make it easier for people to access local NHS healthcare services in England. It provides non-emergency medical help fast, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the Job description and Person Specification attached to the advert in full before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications) at grade C or above one must be either English, Maths or Science related or experience in a healthcare setting.
Skills / competencies
Essential
- Hold a valid EU Driving License (No more than 3 endorsement points. In exceptional circumstances a maximum of 6 points may be considered
- C1 Category entitlement (full or provisional status)
- Ability to prioritize workload
- Ability to work in a demanding and pressurized environment
- Effective interpersonal skills including written, verbal and listening.
- Experience of using initiative in an unsupervised environment
- Able to work effectively and appreciate the importance of teamwork.
- Experience of problem solving in a work environment.
- Understanding of wider NHS objectives and those relating to the Ambulance Service
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in a patient care/support role
- Relevant experience in a customer focused environment
- Demonstrable experience of providing customer care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications) at grade C or above one must be either English, Maths or Science related or experience in a healthcare setting.
Skills / competencies
Essential
- Hold a valid EU Driving License (No more than 3 endorsement points. In exceptional circumstances a maximum of 6 points may be considered
- C1 Category entitlement (full or provisional status)
- Ability to prioritize workload
- Ability to work in a demanding and pressurized environment
- Effective interpersonal skills including written, verbal and listening.
- Experience of using initiative in an unsupervised environment
- Able to work effectively and appreciate the importance of teamwork.
- Experience of problem solving in a work environment.
- Understanding of wider NHS objectives and those relating to the Ambulance Service
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in a patient care/support role
- Relevant experience in a customer focused environment
- Demonstrable experience of providing customer care
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.
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