Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Emergency Ambulance Crew to join the service on the beautiful Isle of Alderney , in the Channel Islands.
The EAC role in Guernsey and Alderney sits between a well-experienced UK Emergency Care Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician and requires First Response Emergency Care Level 4 or SJA 'Emergency Crew' certificate.
The Ambulance Service in Guernsey and Alderney is a not for profit organisation in partnership with the States of Guernsey Health Service dating back to 1936, operating on a subscription basis.
The Service responds to 999 calls on a Category One to Four basis and employs Paramedics, Community First Responders, Emergency Medical Technicians, Emergency Care Assistants, Ambulance Care Assistants.
On the smaller island of Alderney the service is staffed by four Emergency Ambulance Crew, working on a double-crew basis on a four on/four off rota.
You wil respond to emergency and non-emergency situations where you will assess and treat patients to your skill level and transport ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients as required.
Patients requiring Hospital care are transferred to the only hospital on the island delivering a range of healthcare services for the 2,300 people of Alderney which is central and no further than 1.5 miles from anywhere on the island.
Supported by local GP's, the small but vital hospital has 14 continuing-care beds and 8 general-care beds that are used for mostly general medical and some minor injuries admissions.
Acutely-ill, Maternity and Paediatric patients are treated in nearby Guernsey who send a critical care team if neccessary to stabilise and transfer.
Alderney is the third largest of the five islands that make up the 'Bailiwick' of Guernsey, not far from the French coast. The island boasts elegant beaches , historic fortifications, and a small castle
Alderney offers a relaxed way of life, in a safe environment, where quality time is easy to find and where a beach or stunning cliff top view is at the end of every road and path. Offering a great selection of places to eat, a fascinating history and unique wildlife and birdlife
Take a look at this short, informative video on life in Alderney - here .
Person requirements:
Experienced UK Emergency Care Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician
Completion of a First Response Emergency Care Level 4 or SJA 'Emergency Crew' certificate (or equivalent)
Full manual driving licence (minimum category B), a minimum of 1 years' driving experience and willingness to obtain a category D1 / C1 if not already held
A very flexible approach to the needs of a totally unique rural and remote island setting
The benefits of working for the States of Guernsey (incl. Alderney) include:
- A higher-than-UK salary.
- A flat rate 20% income tax.
- No Council tax or VAT
- A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low.
Note: while financial assistance to move to Alderney is offered, there is no Staff Accommodation available. The organisation will assist with local networking in sourcing accommodation.
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