You cannot generally enter the Scottish Ambulance Service directly as an Ambulance Paramedic, unless you are already a fully qualified Paramedic perhaps working elsewhere. As a rule you, must first qualify as an Ambulance Technician .
Once you have qualified as an Ambulance Technician, and if the opportunity is available, you can apply to train as an Ambulance Paramedic.
Ambulance Paramedics are responsible for the high quality treatment and care of patients, associated duty of care to other members of the public including the provision of health advice (see and treat) and transportation to appropriate medical facilities, generally in emergency situations, using a range of paramedic skills.
The public place a great deal of trust in the clinical skills Paramedics provide. As valued health care professional Paramedics make key decisions on the most appropriate treatment for patients, whether they should be treated at home, taken to hospital or to another appropriate medical facility.
Ambulance Paramedics are trained in additional skills to ensure the patient receives the best care possible and are also licensed to administer additional drugs.
The Person
You should be:
- able to get on with people from all backgrounds and of all ages
- patient and understanding – you will be dealing with people who may be distressed or in pain
- reliable
- able to work well in a team
- willing to take responsibility
- able to remain calm in emergencies and cope with unpleasant sights
- quick-thinking and able to take decisions in difficult situations
A full training package is provided on appointment to the role.
Roles are generally on a Band 5 which from April 2011 is £21,176 - £27,625
For details on our application process, please see our “How to Apply” section.