Job summary
Are you aiming to become a Newly Qualified Paramedic in 2024? Are you ambitious, motivated, calm under pressure and be able to display empathy, care and sensitivity in peoples time of need? If so, we are looking for you!
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!
Take a look at this short video with testimonials from our Operational members of staff:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpq1cT6HZlo
Main duties of the job
You will be entering into a structured programme to properly integrate and support newly qualified paramedics into the ambulance service workplace, enabling the time to consistently apply academic knowledge, skills, and placement experience into confident practice. As a Newly Qualified Paramedic (NQP) you will be expected to undertake a two-year consolidation period of learning. This includes reflective practice and feedback, where thorough direct and indirect clinical supervision will help you to learn to apply your knowledge.
About us
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure that you have read and understood the job description and person specification before applying.
A valid EU driving licence with no more than 3 endorsement Any person with a drink driving conviction in the last five years (whether or not spent) will not be considered for the role.
You must hold C1 on your drivers licence in provisional or full to apply, and in full before a start date is confirmed. Any applications received without this entitlement will be withdrawn. C1 training/tests are to be sourced and funded by applicants.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure that you have read and understood the job description and person specification before applying.
A valid EU driving licence with no more than 3 endorsement Any person with a drink driving conviction in the last five years (whether or not spent) will not be considered for the role.
You must hold C1 on your drivers licence in provisional or full to apply, and in full before a start date is confirmed. Any applications received without this entitlement will be withdrawn. C1 training/tests are to be sourced and funded by applicants.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Able to meet the requirements of the Knowledge and Skills Framework for their role
- HCPC registered Paramedic
- 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 (although funding for training will be available to those who hold a provisional C1)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to develop and adapt to change
- Problem solving ability
- Planning and decision making skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to maintain confidentiality of information and deal with situations in a sensitive manner
- IT Literacy Skills
- Able to complete clinical and other records to a high standard
- Understanding of goals and objectives within the NHS structure (e.g. Clinical Governance, Reforming Emergency Care)
- Able to operate all equipment safely and in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and protocols
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Able to meet the requirements of the Knowledge and Skills Framework for their role
- HCPC registered Paramedic
- 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 (although funding for training will be available to those who hold a provisional C1)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to develop and adapt to change
- Problem solving ability
- Planning and decision making skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to maintain confidentiality of information and deal with situations in a sensitive manner
- IT Literacy Skills
- Able to complete clinical and other records to a high standard
- Understanding of goals and objectives within the NHS structure (e.g. Clinical Governance, Reforming Emergency Care)
- Able to operate all equipment safely and in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and protocols
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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