Release Date : Monday 26 January 2009
*** The current phase of recruitment closed on 21st November 2008 but to keep checking the Current Vacancies for any other posts within the Division ***
In an initiative that represents a major investment in rural health services, the Scottish Ambulance Service has launched a major drive to recruit 20 new front line staff in the Highlands and Western Isles.
The move will increase front line ambulance resources across the Highlands and Islands and is part of the programme to eliminate rostered single manning of ambulances over the next two years.
The Service is looking for people to train as Ambulance Technicians or existing Paramedics and Ambulance Technicians who might want to transfer to the area. Successful candidates will undergo full training at the Scottish Ambulance Service Training College near Peebles and formal qualifications are not essential. Candidates should preferably have a C1 driving license however training may be provided for the right candidates to meet this requirement.
Sam Kennedy, General Manager, North Division, Scottish Ambulance Service, said:
“This is the biggest recruitment drive we have ever undertaken in the Highlands and Islands and we are looking for enthusiastic dedicated personnel who are keen to pursue a career in the NHS serving rural communities. “
Salaries for successful candidates range from around £21,600 to £32,600 plus the potential for overtime, up to 41 days holiday, NHS final salary pension scheme and other NHS benefits.
Staff will be deployed in the following areas:
Dingwall Ullapool Thurso Fort William Barvis
Lochcarron Aviemore Wick Mallaig Barra
Broadford Nairn Lairg Strontian Benbecula
Dunvegan Bettyhill
As many posts require working on call out of hours, candidates should reside within three miles of the location. Relocation assistance may be available. Interested candidates should contact the Administration Department on 01463 235 789.
