Are you a qualified Paramedic?
Then we currently have a fantastic opportunity for you, covering front line response and ad-hoc work across the Taunton and the South West Area.
Job Description:
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
* Operate ambulance equipment and respond to company requests.
* Communicate with the patient and others to determine, and then use, the correct combination of ambulance equipment and paramedic skills to meet patient requirements.
* Lead and coordinate the team responding to an emergency.
* Evaluate the patient’s condition on the scene and perform preliminary diagnosis.
* Attend to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying a variety of pre-hospital simple and advanced treatments (first aid, CPR, administering injections and oxygen etc.) or surgical procedures.
* Use tech equipment and tools to stabilize patients or provide immediate treatment.
* Monitor patient’s condition en-route to the hospital or specified location.
* Collaborate with interested parties (police, firefighting unit, doctors etc.).
* Adhere to established medical protocols and procedures as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards.
* Keep abreast with new treatment and medical procedures through continuous training.
* Communicate effectively with patients and their relatives/friends.
* Document patients' conditions to other members of the medical crew, such as emergency doctors and nurses, upon arrival at the medical facility.
* Maintain current professional registration with HCPC.
* Ensure that advanced driving skills are maintained and comply with legislation and the Highway Code while driving.
* Ensure upkeep and cleanliness of the vehicle, returning it to the base in a clean standard and updating Senior Management of any damage or issues to the ambulance vehicle.
Qualifications:
To be shortlisted for this position, the following qualifications are essential:
* Recognised Paramedic Qualification.
* Professional Registration HCPC.
* Recognised blue light qualification (e.g., IHCD / Level 3 Emergency Response Ambulance Driving).
* Full UK Clean Driving Licence with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
All candidates will be required to undergo our rigorous compliance process including DBS checks and Reference checks in line with NHS employment standards.
About the Company:
Central Medical Services Ltd is a professional, reliable, private medical service working for both the NHS and private clients alike. We operate a 24/7 private ambulance and medical service, catering for either short notice or pre-planned assignments throughout the UK.
As an experienced company, we bring with us a vast wealth of experience from the NHS, private, and voluntary sectors with an aim to provide high-quality medical and ambulance services, truly believing in patient care and customer service.
Benefits:
* Eligible for Blue light card.
* Flexibility to create your own rota.
* Training and Development Opportunities.
* Company events.
* Private dental insurance.
* Private medical insurance.
Schedule:
* 12 hour shift.
* Day shift.
* Holidays.
* Monday to Friday.
* Night shift.
* Weekend availability.
Work Location: In person.
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