Role

What is a paramedic?

A paramedic provides advance levels of care in times of medical emergencies and traumatic situations. Most paramedics work in ambulances, specialist mobile units and  emergency response vehicles.

With additional training, a paramedic can also work with an air ambulance crew.  The paramedics are usually on standby located at a local ambulance station and large hospitals.

Where do Paramedics work?

• Ambulance station
• Central ambulance hub
• Air ambulance services
• Critical care/accident & emergency departments
• The armed forces
• HM Prison Service
• Overseas health departments
• oil and gas exploration companies
• Non-emergency service users journeys
• Film and TV sets