2255 — Paramedics

What this occupation covers

Paramedics provide first aid and life support treatment in emergency situations and transport sick and injured people who require skilled treatment.

Typical duties

drives ambulance or accompanies driver to respond to calls for assistance at accidents, emergencies and other incidents

assesses the nature of injuries, provides first aid treatment and ascertains appropriate method of conveying patient

resuscitates and/or stabilises patient using relevant techniques, equipment and drugs

transports and accompanies patients who either require or potentially require skilled treatment whilst travelling

briefs other medical staff when handing over the patient, and completes patient report forms describing the patient’s condition and any treatment provided

Entry routes and qualifications

Entry is via a student paramedic position with an ambulance service trust or completion of an approved full-time university course in paramedical science. Qualification requirements for entry to university courses vary (GCSEs, A levels or equivalent). A full, manual driving licence (with appropriate classifications) is required. Paramedics working in the NHS must be registered with the Health Professions Council.

Sponsorship information

Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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