Emergency First Responder

Position:

Emergency First Responder

Location:

Varies

Rate of Pay:

From £14 per hour

Hours:

Varies

Working Pattern:

Varies / ad-hoc

Candidate

Role

The role of a First Responder is to act effectively, safely & promptly to preserve life, prevent deterioration & promote recovery.

· Working as part of a team or solo

· Attend pre, during & post event briefings

· Dealing with both emergency and non-emergency casualties

· Recording incidents

· Communication with colleagues via radios and telephone

· Patrolling on foot or as in a vehicle

· Monitoring crowds for signs of stress or conflict

· Cleaning of treatment areas, including first aid posts & vehicles

· Preparation of first aid kits & first aid posts

· Any other duties commensurate with the role

Reports to

· Operations Manager

· Clinical staff

Essential

At least one of the following nationally recognised certificates, checkable & in-date

• QA Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (QCF) § Or equivalent qualification. Student Paramedics will be considered.
  
• Or hold the competencies required of a higher role
  
• In date Basic Life Support (BLS) & AED qualification
  
• Adult and Children Safeguarding Certificate
  
• Enhanced DBS
  
• Valid ID Document / Passport
  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  
• Excellent organisational skills
  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
  
• Ability to manage time effectively and deal with conflicting priorities
  
• Ability to be pro-active and use own initiative
  
• Excellent listening skills
  
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
  
• Ability to be confident
  

Desirable

· Full UK driving license held for a minimum of 2 years, with no more than 6 penalty points