Job summary
Be responsible for the assessment, care, treatment and transportation of patients as a specialist practitioner in pre-hospital critical care, working predominantly as part of HEMS or ground based critical or enhanced care service.
Provide effective clinical leadership, development and mentorship to operational personnel, including trainee specialist practitioners in critical care, to support the delivery of a high-quality patient centered service.
To and maintain all currencies and perform the required tasks of the Technical Crew Member role as part of the flight crew for a HEMS aircraft.
Completion of patient clinical records to a high standard and input of data into the clinical data base for clinical governance and audit purposes
Main duties of the job
The immediate response to life threatening emergency calls providing specialist interventions within the scope of a Specialist Paramedic in Critical Care as defined by South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust (SWASfT).
Respond to major incidents as part of SWASfT major incident plan and the Special Operations unit.
Undertake operational flying and ground based duties as required including shift and night working.
About us
At South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) we have a culture where everyone is valued for being themselves. Our aim is to work together to promote the most inclusive environment possible, which attracts people from the widest range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work that we do together, for the benefit of all of our employees, our patients and the communities we serve. We offer flexible working opportunities, inclusive policies and a range of feedback mechanisms to support individuals and to enable a positive, welcoming environment where our people and their careers can thrive in.
We employ over 5,000 employees mainly clinical, operational and emergency response staff as well as supporting roles. We also employ Doctors and volunteers which include community first responders and fire co-responders.
We take all the steps needed to provide the most compassionate patient care possible whilst also providing an enjoyable and safe place to work. We actively promote a positive set of behaviours as being key to our performance both individually and collectively. Our recruitment, selection and screening processes are designed to uphold these standards and we invite all our candidates to actively share with us through these processes how they will bring these behaviours to life.
To view the Trust's Mission, Vision, Values and Goals clickhere
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see attached the job description and person specification.
Successful applicants will progress through a HEMS Technical Crew Member qualification (if required) and clinical development as needed to operate as SP-CC (Specialist Paramedic Critical Care). They will be expected to achieve all the standards detailed in the job description and study at academic level 7 if required.
One day practical assessments including fitness will take placeatCornwall Airbase.
Successful candidates will initially commence in a Band 6 position until they meet all requirements of SWASfT SP-CC sign off process including evidence of operational skills log, advanced airway management, surgical skills and extended pharmacology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please see attached the job description and person specification.
Successful applicants will progress through a HEMS Technical Crew Member qualification (if required) and clinical development as needed to operate as SP-CC (Specialist Paramedic Critical Care). They will be expected to achieve all the standards detailed in the job description and study at academic level 7 if required.
One day practical assessments including fitness will take placeatCornwall Airbase.
Successful candidates will initially commence in a Band 6 position until they meet all requirements of SWASfT SP-CC sign off process including evidence of operational skills log, advanced airway management, surgical skills and extended pharmacology.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered Paramedic
- Full UK driving licence with a maximum of 3 penalty points.
- Evidence of further relevant or extended learning
- Post-graduate certificate in pre-hospital critical care
- Meet all requirements of SWASfT SP-CC sign off process including evidence of operational skills log, advanced airway management, surgical skills and extended pharmacology
- Evidence of up to date airway and sedation log.
Desirable
- Member of professional body
- IHCD emergency driving qualification including C1
- HEMS Crewmember
- Hold a nationally recognised Critical Care qualification
- Masters certificate in critical care
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)
Essential
- Must have extensive post-qualification experience
- Must have extensive experience of assessment and treatment of undifferentiated emergency patients.
- Proven track record of clinical development beyond professional obligation
- Evidence of career development in the form of clinical courses, educational progression, medical education or specialised skills; in addition to that provided by the employing organisation
- Evidence of up-to-date continuing professional development
- Documented evidence of engagement with a HEMS provider such as familiarization days, training or governance.
Desirable
- Existing nationally recognised Critical Care Qualification
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered Paramedic
- Full UK driving licence with a maximum of 3 penalty points.
- Evidence of further relevant or extended learning
- Post-graduate certificate in pre-hospital critical care
- Meet all requirements of SWASfT SP-CC sign off process including evidence of operational skills log, advanced airway management, surgical skills and extended pharmacology
- Evidence of up to date airway and sedation log.
Desirable
- Member of professional body
- IHCD emergency driving qualification including C1
- HEMS Crewmember
- Hold a nationally recognised Critical Care qualification
- Masters certificate in critical care
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
Previous experience (Paid/ Unpaid relevant to job)
Essential
- Must have extensive post-qualification experience
- Must have extensive experience of assessment and treatment of undifferentiated emergency patients.
- Proven track record of clinical development beyond professional obligation
- Evidence of career development in the form of clinical courses, educational progression, medical education or specialised skills; in addition to that provided by the employing organisation
- Evidence of up-to-date continuing professional development
- Documented evidence of engagement with a HEMS provider such as familiarization days, training or governance.
Desirable
- Existing nationally recognised Critical Care Qualification
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
