Job Description:
- About the Practice:
- We at LocumHealth are currently collaborating with a wonderful practice located in Kent, looking for a qualified candidate to fill the role of Paramedic. Here are the details:
- Responsibilities:
- Respond promptly and efficiently to emergency calls.
- Drive the ambulance safely, following road safety protocols to ensure the crew, patients, and public are protected.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' conditions.
- Deliver high-quality care, including Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Immediate Life Support (ILS) as required.
- Work collaboratively with EMTs and AAPs in providing emergency medical services.
- Safely lift, move, and transport patients using appropriate equipment..
- Ensure the safe and comfortable transport of patients to healthcare facilities.
- Provide detailed handovers of patient conditions to receiving medical staff.
- Ensure the ambulance and its equipment are cleaned, stocked, and maintained after each call.
- Conduct regular checks on medical supplies and equipment.
- Accurately document patient information, treatment provided, and observations in line with protocols.
- Complete incident reports and necessary paperwork efficiently.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development programs.
- Complete mandatory training in Safeguarding, Moving and Handling, and Infection Prevention Control.
- Stay updated on the latest medical guidelines and procedures.
- Qualifications:
- Must hold a current HCPC registration.
- Minimum of 12 months experience working frontline in an NHS Trust post-qualification.
- Demonstrate ability to work in an emergency and urgent care ambulance environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development.
- Minimum of two years of driving experience with a full UK driving license and no more than 3 endorsement points.
- Experience in emergency and non-emergency driving.
- Up to date with all immunizations.
- Enhanced DBS check.
- Excellent communication skills and a good level of English.