Student Paramedic

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

Undertake a fixed term training & education programme facilitated by MediPro for 24 months to become a HCPC Registered Paramedic within Bristol Ambulance Service.

The first 12 months will be an apprenticeship in the Level 4 Futurequals Associate Ambulance Practitioner programme where you will be required to undertake an initial 12 week training course followed by 750 hours of clinical practice aimed at preparing students for year 2 (level 6).

The following 12 months will be a level 6 Diploma in Paramedic Practice with an initial intensive 12 week classroom block followed by 750 hours of clinical placement consisting of Emergency Ambulance work, Observation shifts and Hospital Placements. Once completed and students become registered with the HCPC as a Paramedic, there will be a 12 month Newly Qualified Paramedic period consolidating knowledge, ensuring staff welfare and monitoring ability. Once this is completed to a satisfactory standard staff will continue as an NQP for a further 12 months with regular support from the training and operational teams.

All students would be paid for any classroom time. All ambulance placements would be paid. Hospital placements would not be paid. No course fees would be passed on to the students. Students would sign a learning agreement making them liable for any costs incurred by Bristol Ambulance for their training should they leave within 4 years of starting the programme.

Year 1 Student Paramedic

£20,488 Annual salary

Year 2 Student Paramedic

£20,488 Annual salary

Year 3 Registered HCPC Paramedic (NQP1)

£28,000 Annual salary (OT paid at Bank Paramedic rate)

Year 4 Registered HCPC Paramedic (NQP2)

£33,945 Annual salary (OT paid at Bank Paramedic rate)

Year 5+ Registered HCPC Paramedic

£42,000 Annual salary

You will be responsible for providing care, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and movement of patients in and out of hospital in emergency and non- emergency situations across a wide range of patient groups and in a wide range of difficult settings.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

. 1.1. Attend the planned programme of training and education

. 1.2. Adhere to the appropriate job description as per stage of development (ie: ECA/AAP)

. 1.3. Presentation at all times of a smart appearance incorporating current regulations relating to the wearing of uniforms.

. 1.4. Adherence to the Code of Conduct, Operational Instructions, Quality Procedures, other verbal or written instructions promulgated by the Service currently or in the future.

. 1.5. The maintenance of factual and accurate records as required by the Service.

. 1.6. Accurately and factually complete all clincial documentation including confidential details as required by the service to their skill level and ability.

. 1.7. The post holder will be required to attend all training courses as and when required in order to acquire additional skills and competencies as requested by the Service.

. 1.8. Required to have knowledge of current procedures for Radio, Automatic Vehicle Location System and satellite navigation unit to promote a prompt response to emergency calls and urgent removals

1.9. Required to operate both internal and external environments during inclement weather conditions with various degrees of light and darkness

. 1.20. Conduct dynamic risk assessment when responding to incidents for the protection of yourself your crewmate and the patient, as physical and/verbal abuse may be present on occasions, complying with Bristol Ambulances Health and Safety policy at all times, in the support of the organisation to act safely and responsibly in relation to staff, patients, and the communities in which they work.

. 1.21. When required, liaise with members of the other emergency services

. 1.22. On occasions may be expected to give evidence to Her Majestys Coroner or Crown Court.

. 1.23. To be aware of, recognise and report to the appropriate authorities any concerns regarding child abuse under the 1989 Childrens Act

. 1.24. To participate in audits and equipment evaluations and testing as required.

. 1.25. Maintain a portfolio of evidence of ongoing clinical practice, reflective practice and training attended ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

As part of the BAEMS responsibilities towards its employees your attention is drawn to the following information which has been collated to raise awareness of aspects of governance, standards and safety.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of education with Maths & English GCSEs at C or above.

Experience

Essential

• Have Patient Care experience or experience of working within a public service or customer care environment.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Effective interpersonal skills gained from experience dealing with the public
• Adaptability and flexibility when dealing with others
• Proven ability to handle stressful/sensitive situations effectively, professionally, assertively and tactfully
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively on own initiative
• Potential and willingness to accept and promote organisational and personal change
• Ability and commitment to learn new skills and assimilate knowledge quickly
• Understanding of the importance of and the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
• Able to demonstrate substantial local knowledge of the base area applied

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol Ambulance

Address

Jacwyn House

1 Kings Park Ave

Bristol

BS2 0TZ

Employer's website

http://bristolambulance.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)