Ambulance Assistant/Paramedic -Thika Campus (One Position)

Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician/Nurse

Reporting To

Principal Laboratory Technologist/Head, University Health Centre

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Emergency Medical Technician/Nurse to provide pre-hospital emergency care, first aid, and life support services. The role involves responding to emergencies, stabilizing patients, ensuring safe transport, and maintaining medical equipment readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls and provide pre-hospital emergency care, first aid, and basic to intermediate life support in accordance with established protocols.
• Assess patients’ conditions at the scene and during transit, and provide appropriate emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
• Administer emergency care procedures including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway management support, bleeding control, wound care, and immobilization of fractures.
• Assist in the safe lifting, handling, transfer, and positioning of patients to and from the ambulance and healthcare facilities.
• Monitor, record, and report patients’ vital signs and clinical status during transit, ensuring accurate handover to receiving health facilities.
• Assist medical teams in emergency response situations and support coordination with hospitals and other emergency care providers.
• Ensure proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of ambulance equipment, emergency kits, and medical supplies.
• Maintain inventory and readiness of emergency medical supplies and report shortages or equipment faults promptly.
• Accurately document all emergency responses, patient assessments, interventions, and handover reports in line with clinical protocols.
• Participate in continuous professional development, emergency drills, and training to maintain competence in pre-hospital emergency care.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements

Must have:

• Diploma in Nursing from a recognized academic institution.
• At least three (3) years’ experience at a comparable position from a recognized institution.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Certification in First Aid and Trauma Management.
• Good communication skills and ability to work under pressure in emergency situations.
• Physical fitness and ability to handle emergency patient transfers.
• Registration with a relevant professional body.