Ambulance staff transport sick, injured and convalescent persons and give first aid treatment in emergencies.

Entry Reqirements

Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

Typical Tasks

• Replenishes medical supplies in ambulance as necessary.
• Cleans and disinfects ambulance after use and carries out routine care of ambulance equipment.
• Ascertains nature of injuries and provides first aid treatment.
• Drives ambulance or accompanies driver to transport patients to hospitals or other treatment centres and homes.
• Helps patients into and out of ambulance.

Desired Skills

Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Learning Strategies, Active Learning, Speaking, Monitoring, Writing, Mathematics, Science