MOD Boscombe Down is a secureestablishment operated by QinetiQ on behalf of the Ministry of Defence. The establishment is home to Test & Evaluation squadrons, the Southampton University Air Squadron (SUAS), and the Empire Test Pilots School (ETPS). Working alongside the QinetiQ Fire & Rescue Service, Care Plus Group delivers the Pre-Hospital Emergency & Urgent Care service for the establishment.
Please note that Care Plus Group are not currently registered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA.
Main duties of the job
Job Title: Paramedic
Base: MOD Boscombe Down
24.5 hours a week (Week A x 2 shifts, Week B x 3 Shifts. In rotation)
Permanent contract
We are looking for a paramedic to join our team at Boscombe Down MOD. The team provide emergency and front line response to the MOD Base which has frequent aircraft activity as well as about 1500 military personnel and civilians.
You must be a qualified Paramedic and have experience of working with ambulance response, in return you will have access to training and support, be provided with equipment.
Working as part of an emergency medical response team at a military establishment providing both airfield and domestic cover, the post holder will support the full-time staff covering for both planned and un-planned absence, as well as providing cover for ad-hoc Out-Of-Hours flying on nights and weekends, provide emergency triage, assessment, treatment, and onward referral/transfer/discharge of casualties.
You will be required to undertake duties including vehicle and equipment checks, participating in training, responding to airfield and domestic emergencies, driving ambulance vehicles under normal and emergency road conditions, and operating in-line with current policies, procedures and guidelines.
About us
Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, established in 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employ over 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture we have developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvement of our staff.
We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NEL Lincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback. Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awards including winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold the highest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
We offer excellent terms and conditions including optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognise continuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposes of annual leave entitlement.
We are a supportive employer and operate in a way that supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* HCPC Registered Paramedic
* ALS, PHTLS, PHEC or other advanced clinical courses (or willing to undertake)
* Full valid UK driving license (no more than 6 penalty points)
* Emergency driving qualification (IHCD/CERAD/ROSPA or equivalent)
* C1 driving license entitlement
Experience
* Minimum of 2-years post registration experience and completion of NQP period
* Experience of working in pre-hospital emergency & urgent care within the previous 6-months
* Previous experience of working in a medical capacity in industrial, rescue, or airfield settings
* Previous ambulance HART/SORT experience
Knowledge & Skills
* Ability to work as part of a small team but also independently where required
* Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook
* Safe Working at Height training
Other
* Able to meet minimum commitments to quarterly on-site training
* Ability to demonstrate commitment to CPG core values
* Ability to transport medical equipment and casualties over uneven terrain up to 200m
* Ability to utilise Personal Protective Equipment in accordance with training and manufacturers requirements
* Current BPSS (or higher) security clearance
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£36,806 to £44,717 a year Range 6. Fixed point salary, Pro Rata per annum.
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