Transfer patients to and from ambulance vehicles

Transfer patients safely to and from ambulance vehicles by making use of appropriate equipment and manual handling skills that prevent harming the patient during transportation.

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transfer clients to and from ambulance vehicles
transfer securely patient to and from ambulance vehicle
transfer patient securely to and from ambulance car
transfer client securely to and from ambulance vehicle

skill/competence

occupation-specific

Transfer patients to and from ambulance vehicles is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Emergency ambulance driver: Emergency ambulance drivers use emergency vehicles to respond to medical emergencies and support the work of paramedics, move patients safely, take note of changes in the patient’s vital signs and report to the paramedics in charge, ensuring the medical equipment is well stored, transported and functional, under supervision and on order of a doctor of medicine.

Transfer patients to and from ambulance vehicles is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

References

1. Transfer patients to and from ambulance vehicles – ESCO