Paramedic

As a paramedic, you will provide pre-hospital care that ensures positive patient outcomes. You will lead an ambulance crew to deliver emergency medical response. You must be able to assess patients, exercise the principles of triage, and provide emergency medical care for patients at the scene or in the ambulance during conveyance. You must be able to use specialist equipment like ventilators and defibrillators to treat patients when needed.

You may be assigned to other projects depending on operational needs, and there are opportunities to take on Trainer roles to educate members of the public on first aid techniques. Career upgrades and prospects in other fields of emergency services are available for suitable and qualified candidates – these include air ambulance, sea rescue, event medical support, and training.

Position Requirements

• Paramedic Level III / Level 3 Paramedicine Certification
• Higher NITEC in Paramedic & Emergency Care (ITE)
• UPEC-Accredited Paramedic
• Diploma with at least 3 years’ experience in pre-hospital emergency care OR Diploma in Nursing / Degree in Nursing with at least 2 years’ nursing experience
• Possess good leadership skills while being a team player
• Able to work under challenging situations independently and with integrity
• Good command of written and spoken English. Multilingual ability is an added advantage
• Must be able to commit to irregular shift-work, including weekends and public holidays
• Must be able to work long hours
• Registered Nurses with A&E / ICU experience an advantage

Development Opportunities

• Training and development will be provided to maintain skills’ currency
• Participation in cross-border transfers, medevacs, international and local events, as well as media activities; or to further advance certification by becoming a first aid trainer
• Competitive salary and bonuses