Job Title- Mental Health Patient Transport Assistant.
To be considered for this post you will need to be available for a 1 week training course unless qualified. Dates to be Confirmed.
Job Type- Permanent
Based – Sheffield or Preston Base available.
Pay- £13ph
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Company Pension Scheme
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Holidays- 28 days pro rata
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Hours- 40 hours per week. Rolling 4 days on, 4 days off.
Operating from 6 UK bases, UK Event Medical Services is recognised as one of the UK’s leading providers of independent ambulance services and healthcare logistics. Offering a full range of services (largely to the NHS) including Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services, High Dependency Patient Transfers (Urgent Care) and Secure Patient Transport. We are recognised providers in our industry and committed to delivering a patient and client-focused approach to everything we do.
About UKEMS https://ukeventmedical.uk/
Our Secure Patient Transport Team seek new colleagues....
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The team operates nationally covering 24-hours, 365 days a year.
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We provide an urgent response solution for the transportation of patients being detained under the Mental Health Act or Mental Capacity Act , namely individuals who have a range of mental health/ behavioural disorders including Learning Difficulties, Autism and Asperger’s, Dementia and Psychosis.
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We work in partnership with NHS Trusts, Mental Health Trusts and private hospitals.
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Our transfer journeys include to and from hospitals and secure mental health facilities, prisons, police stations, home addresses, court appearances plus other psychiatric settings
The job -This is no ordinary job and requires a special person to undertake a wide variety of duties
Have you got the experience or potential to ?....
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Greet a patient who may be reluctant to travel using your powers of persuasion to encourage the patient to engage with you
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Deescalate a situation when a patient shows signs of being agitated
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Reassure a confused patient who requires understanding
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Instil confidence in a patient who may be frightened
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Treat all patients with dignity and respect any cultural and/ or religious beliefs
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Communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals including your team members ,medical professionals and the general public
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React quickly to potentially dangerous situations where health and safety may be compromised
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Work within the strict parameters of the law regards movement of mentally ill individuals
Are you willing and able to ?
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Maintain a high standard of vehicle and equipment serviceability, cleanliness and permanent readiness. Carry out daily vehicle checks
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Drive allocated vehicles in non-emergency conditions
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Provide a transfer that is both a smooth and comfortable experience for patients and non-detrimental to the patient’s condition
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Use a hand held device/tablet to update the control centre regards your patients journey
What’s in it for you ?
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A comprehensive 1 week induction and training course including best practice surrounding the transfer of patients in accordance with the Mental Health Act .
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On-going training and development with the opportunity to acquire additional recognised qualifications throughout your career with UKEMS.
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All required training paid for, both in terms of course fees and salary while training.
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The opportunity to work for a successful company established over 20 years ago currently employing approximately 300 staff. As we continue to grow one of our key aims is to maintain a “family feel “within the business where all employees feel recognised, valued and appreciated.
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Uniform / PPE provided
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The feel-good factor! This is a rewarding role creating real job satisfaction!
About you
Our Mental Health Patient Transport Assistants come from a variety of different backgrounds, however, all team members have a number of common attributes and experiences ….
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Physical ability ,this post is physically demanding . You must be able to lift ( together with a colleague ) a minimum of c 11stone/ 70kgs
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Proven ability to handle sensitive situations professionally, assertively and tactfully
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The ability to work under pressure and as part of a team
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You will have worked with the public in a role that required communicating clearly in a style and tone that engages your audience
Applicants must be -
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Have a full clean driving licence
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Flexible regards working hours , prepared to work unsociable hours, weekends, and public holidays and throughout the night
Please note -this position is eligible for an enhanced DBS check
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