Ambulance Care Attendant; ACA

THE EMPLOYER IS: SALUS MEDICAL LTDAs an Ambulance Care Attendant (ACA) with Salus Medical Ltd, you will play a key role in supporting the safe, timely, and compassionate transport of non-emergency patients across Northern Ireland. ACAs ensure the wellbeing, dignity, and comfort of patients throughout their journey. This is a hands-on, role ideal for individuals interested in healthcare, ambulance work, or beginning a career in the pre-hospital care sector.

• Patient Care and Transport - Assist with the safe movement of patients, ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Patient Care and Transport - Monitor and record patient condition during transport.
• Patient Care and Transport - Provide basic care and support as needed.
• Operational Duties - Prepare, clean, and restock the ambulance before and after shifts.
• Operational Duties - Keep the vehicle organised and report any equipment faults.
• Operational Duties - Carry out routine checks of supplies and equipment.
• Communication and Documentation - Communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
• Communication and Documentation - Accurately complete patient care records and documentation.
• Communication and Documentation - Relay important information promptly to clinical staff.
• Professional Development - Take part in ongoing training and skills development.
• Professional Development - Keep up to date with current protocols and best practice.
• Compliance and Safety - Follow all company policies, procedures, and clinical standards.
• Compliance and Safety - Adhere to health and safety requirements at all times.
• Compliance and Safety - Report any incidents, hazards, or concerns immediately.
• Working Conditions - Work primarily in ambulances, sometimes in challenging environments.
• Performance Metrics - High standards of patient care and professionalism.
• Performance Metrics - Maintaining ambulance readiness and equipment checks.
• Performance Metrics - Compliance with policies, safety, and documentation.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Ability to complete handwritten paperwork and reports clearly, accurately, and with good attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn.
• Capable of meeting demands of role, involves moving/handling.
• Physical Requirements - Stamina to bend, kneel, and stand for long periods.
• Physical Requirements - Ability to lift and carry patients and equipment safely.
• Working Conditions - Flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Working Conditions - Regular travel, including occasional longer-distance journeys.
• Level 3 First Response in Emergency Care Certificate.

The Employer is: SALUS MEDICAL LTDJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information.

Standard

Hours:

up to 25 hours per week.

Flexible/Reduced

Hours:

May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.

Additional

Hours:

The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.

The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

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