IMMEDIATE START Ambulance Care Assistant in Lambeth £17 per hour FULL TIME/PART TIME

Description

The Ambulance Care Assistant provides non-emergency patient transport services, ensuring the safe and comfortable transfer of patients to and from healthcare facilities. This role involves assisting patients with mobility, ensuring their well-being during transport, and maintaining the ambulance equipment and environment.

Key Responsibilities

- *Patient Transport:*

- Transport patients to and from hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities.

- Assist patients with getting in and out of the ambulance, ensuring their safety and comfort.

- Use appropriate lifting and handling techniques and equipment to aid patients with limited mobility.

- *Patient Care:*

- Monitor patients' condition during transport, providing basic care and support as needed.

- Communicate with patients to ensure they feel comfortable and reassured during the journey.

- Report any changes in patients' condition to healthcare professionals upon arrival.

- *Vehicle Maintenance:*

- Ensure the ambulance is clean, well-maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.

- Perform routine checks on the ambulance and its equipment, reporting any issues to the supervisor.

- Maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance and patient transport activities.

- *Administrative Duties:*

- Complete and maintain accurate documentation for each patient transport, including patient details and journey logs.

- Coordinate with dispatchers and healthcare facilities to plan and manage patient transport schedules.

- Assist with administrative tasks as required by the ambulance service.

- *Health and Safety:*

- Follow all health and safety guidelines and protocols to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection control procedures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

- Participate in regular training and drills to stay updated on emergency response procedures.

### Qualifications

- *Education:*

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Completion of a recognized ambulance care assistant training program is preferred.

- *Experience:*

- Previous experience in a healthcare or patient transport setting is advantageous.

- Experience with patient handling and transport equipment is beneficial.

- *Skills:*

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

- Good organizational and time-management abilities.

- Compassionate and patient-focused approach.

- *Certifications:*

- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

- Any additional certifications required by the specific ambulance service.

### Working Conditions

- *Physical Requirements:*

- Ability to lift and move patients using proper techniques and equipment.

- Prolonged periods of driving and assisting patients.

- Stamina to work long shifts and handle physically demanding tasks.

- *Schedule:*

- May include day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

- Flexibility to work varying hours based on patient and service needs.

Professional Development

- Opportunities for further training and certification in advanced patient care and transport techniques.

- Access to ongoing professional development and career advancement within the ambulance or healthcare field.

£17 per hour

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