Ambulance Care Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
IPRS Medical Transport Services (IPRS MTS) is a growing organisation supplying general and specialist patient transport services across the Southeast of the UK and also to and from Europe.
IPRS MTS is a sister company to IPRS Aeromed, providing custom solutions for ambulance transport services including high dependency, bariatric and mental health transfers. Our knowledgeable team has the skills and expertise to make your patient’s journey reassuringly stress-free, taking care of all the clinical and logistical elements for you.
We are growing our fleet of ambulances and response vehicles to better meet the increased demand from our clients.
Position:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Ambulance Care Assistant to join our team on a CONTRACTOR basis providing high-quality patient care and transport services to our clients across the United Kingdom. The primary responsibilities of this role include:
Assisting ambulance clinicians in providing non-emergency patient care and transportation services to a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, nursing homes, and private residences.
- Ensuring the safe and comfortable transportation of patients to and from medical appointments, procedures, and hospital admissions.
- Administering basic first aid and emergency medical care as required, under the direction of clinical staff.
- Assisting in the loading and unloading of patients, equipment, and supplies from the ambulance.
- Maintaining accurate medical records and documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Ensuring the cleanliness and readiness of the ambulance and equipment for each assignment.
- Demonstrating excellent customer service skills and always maintaining a compassionate and professional demeanour.
Requirements:
Requirements:
Valid UK driving license (with a maximum of 6 points).
- FREC 3 or equivalent.
- Previous experience in a healthcare or patient transport role is desirable.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and bank holidays.
- Good physical fitness and ability to lift and carry patients and equipment.
- Ability to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Other information:
Note: If the candidate requires training to become FREC 3 this may be provided but will be discussed after a successful interview.
If you are a caring and committed individual with a passion for helping others, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application today.
Location: Gatwick area
Hour pay rate: £12.00 per hour (Contracted)
Hours; As required Mon>Sat 0930-2000hrs on a bank basis
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Ambulance Care Assistant roles across IPRS MTS's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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