The closing date for this job has now passed.

Job reference: 020811
Salary: Band 3 (£20,700- £22,594)
Job closing date: 15/04/2020
Job Type: Ambulance Services
Location: ACC East
Employment type: Various Contract Options
Hours Per Week: Various
Job posted date: 09/04/2020
Employer (NHS Board): Scottish Ambulance Service
Department: ACC

Job Advert

We are now recruiting Emergency Call Handlers to work within our  East Control Centre on both Permanent and Bank Contracts.

If you’ve been in an emergency, you’ll know that the 999 call is answered promptly and professionally. But have you ever thought about what actually happens at the other end of the emergency line?

Our Emergency Call Handlers are critical in allowing us to provide life-saving advice and assistance to callers. They’re the first point of contact for the public, and they work to prioritise each call, provide effective life support, first aid and medical advice where necessary and liaise with ambulance crews en route to the emergency, also dealing with Police and other emergency services.

 

The Person

Applicants must be able to type at a minimum of 35 wpm with accuracy and demonstrate the ability to work effectively under pressure and with minimal supervision.

You will also need excellent communication skills, the ability to prioritise and make decisions quickly, often under great pressure.

Ideally you will have experience in working with the public either in a healthcare setting, a contact centre environment or on a face to face basis.


The Scottish Ambulance Service reserves the right to close this advert early if applicant numbers are significant.

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