Job summary
Qualified Paramedic
Band 6
Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Are you a Qualified Paramedic?Have you completed two-year consolidation of learning programme in an ambulance Trust?
Are you ambitious, motivated, and calm under pressure?
Applications received from candidates who do not currently have HCPC registration will be withdrawn from contention of the role.A Great Place to work: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!
Main duties of the job
A valid UK 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 driver's 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 Any applications received without this entitlement will be withdrawn.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.
Any person with a drink driving conviction in the last five years (whether spent or unspent) will not be considered for the role.
A video on working for NWAS on front line services can be found as an attachment called 'Join the front-line team at North West Ambulance'. You will also find an FAQ document that may help you with any questions that you may have.
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 read the Job description and Person Specification attached to the advert in full before applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the Job description and Person Specification attached to the advert in full before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professionals Council
- Successfully completed an IHCD Paramedic Training Programme or a recognised Higher Education Paramedic qualification
- Completed two year consolidation of learning programme in an ambulance trust, if appointed on/after 1st September 2016
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- 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 in at least provisional
- Good verbal, listening and written communication skills
- Able to communicate across wide demographic boundaries in an appropriate manner, including where there are barriers to understanding
- Displays good interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate the ability and commitment to providing high quality patient care, appropriate to patient needs
- Able to operate all appropriate information systems in an efficient and effective manner relevant to this post
- Able to operate all equipment safely and in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and protocols
- Respects and applies patient confidentiality at all times
- Good organizational skills, is able to identify priority pathways and act effectively under pressure
- Able to produce accurate records in accordance with Trust policy
- Able to assimilate information and skills through training or personal development, and to apply these practically in the working environment
- Able to evidence a commitment to personal quality standards
- Demonstrate relevant appropriate CPD and up to date knowledge
- Ability to analyse facts and situations and demonstrate appropriate decision making
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Is self-motivated with ability to work within occupational guidelines
- Displays excellent attention to detail
- Maintains a flexible and proactive approach to work
- Demonstrate a commitment to team working
- Confident and assertive but approachable, sensitive and able to adapt to changing environments
- Adaptability - especially in a changing environment
- Display empathy, care and sensitivity
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professionals Council
- Successfully completed an IHCD Paramedic Training Programme or a recognised Higher Education Paramedic qualification
- Completed two year consolidation of learning programme in an ambulance trust, if appointed on/after 1st September 2016
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- 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 in at least provisional
- Good verbal, listening and written communication skills
- Able to communicate across wide demographic boundaries in an appropriate manner, including where there are barriers to understanding
- Displays good interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate the ability and commitment to providing high quality patient care, appropriate to patient needs
- Able to operate all appropriate information systems in an efficient and effective manner relevant to this post
- Able to operate all equipment safely and in accordance with Trust policy, procedures and protocols
- Respects and applies patient confidentiality at all times
- Good organizational skills, is able to identify priority pathways and act effectively under pressure
- Able to produce accurate records in accordance with Trust policy
- Able to assimilate information and skills through training or personal development, and to apply these practically in the working environment
- Able to evidence a commitment to personal quality standards
- Demonstrate relevant appropriate CPD and up to date knowledge
- Ability to analyse facts and situations and demonstrate appropriate decision making
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Is self-motivated with ability to work within occupational guidelines
- Displays excellent attention to detail
- Maintains a flexible and proactive approach to work
- Demonstrate a commitment to team working
- Confident and assertive but approachable, sensitive and able to adapt to changing environments
- Adaptability - especially in a changing environment
- Display empathy, care and sensitivity
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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