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Job Description:Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.IHCD/ Ambulance Technician High Dependency & Mental Health TransportLocation:Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and OxfordshireBase:Tricorder Care Services Regional BasesShift Pattern:4 on / 4 off Nights Only (12-hour shifts)Pay Rate:25 per hourContract:Full TimeAbout Tricorder Care ServicesTricorder Care Services is a CQC-registered independent ambulance provider delivering High Dependency Unit (HDU), urgent care, and specialist mental health transport across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire.Following the recent award of a major NHS and mental health secure transport contract, we are expanding our specialist workforce and are seeking experienced IHCD Ambulance Technicians to join our night operational teams.We are committed to delivering safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led services in accordance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations, NHS England standards, and national mental health transport frameworks.Tricorder Care Services is an equal opportunities employer.Role OverviewYou will work as part of a two-person HDU crew alongside an Emergency Care Assistant or Technician, delivering safe, professional, and compassionate care to patients requiring high dependency or specialist mental health transport.This includes the transfer of vulnerable, acutely unwell, or detained mental health patients between hospitals, secure units, and specialist facilities under planned or urgent conditions.You will operate under CQC standards, NHS commissioning requirements, and Tricorder Care Services clinical governance framework.No two shifts will be the same. You may be transferring:High dependency patients requiring continuous monitoringMental health patients under the Mental Health ActPatients requiring secure transport and specialist supervisionPatients requiring long-distance inter-hospital transfersVulnerable or anxious patients requiring reassurance and supportYour professionalism, clinical competence, and calm approach are essential to ensuring safe and dignified patient care.Key ResponsibilitiesSafely operate High Dependency Unit (HDU) and specialist mental health ambulancesProvide high-quality patient care in accordance with IHCD and CQC standardsSafely transfer high dependency and mental health patients between healthcare facilitiesWork within NHS England and Mental Health Act transport guidanceMaintain patient dignity, safety, and comfort at all timesAccurately complete electronic and written Patient Care Records (PCRs)Conduct daily vehicle checks in accordance with CQC and DVSA requirementsEnsure vehicles, equipment, and clinical areas remain clean and operationalCommunicate professionally with patients, relatives, NHS staff, and colleaguesWork safely in accordance with company SOPs, risk assessments, and infection control policiesMental Health & Secure Transport RequirementsDue to the newly awarded mental health contract, this role requires staff trained and competent in:PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression)RRN-compliant restraint training (Restraint Reduction Network standards)Safe and lawful use of approved restraint systems, including handcuffs where authorised and clinically appropriateMental Health Act patient transport proceduresDe-escalation techniques and conflict managementSafeguarding vulnerable adults and childrenFull refresher training will be provided in accordance with CQC, NHS England, and RRN standards.Clinical & Operational DutiesPatient assessment and monitoring within Technician scope of practiceSafe use of clinical equipment including stretchers, carry chairs, scoop stretchers, and spinal immobilisation devicesSafe manual handling in accordance with Manual Handling RegulationsMaintaining clinical readiness of vehicle and equipmentSupporting high-dependency and mental health patient careResponding safely under normal and urgent driving conditionsEssential Qualifications & ExperienceIHCD Ambulance Technician qualification (essential)CERAD Level 3 Emergency Response Driving qualification (essential)Minimum 5 years ambulance operational experience (essential)Valid full UK manual driving licence (minimum 12 months)No more than 6 penalty pointsExperience in mental health transport (preferred but not essential if training provided)Excellent communication and patient care skillsMandatory Compliance Requirements (CQC & NHS)Successful candidates must meet all CQC and NHS employment standards, including:Enhanced DBS clearance (Adult & Child Workforce)Right to Work in the UK verificationOccupational Health clearanceProfessional referencesFull driving licence verificationCompletion of mandatory training, including: PMVA Safeguarding Adults & Children Infection Prevention & Control Basic Life Support Manual Handling RRN Restraint TrainingPersonal AttributesWe are looking for individuals who are:Professional, calm, and confidentCompassionate and respectfulReliable and trustworthyAble to work independently and as part of a teamAble to manage challenging situations professionallyCommitted to patient safety and high clinical standardsWorking Pattern4 on / 4 off rotationNights only12-hour shiftsOvertime opportunities availablePay & Benefits25 per hourFull training and uniform providedCQC-compliant clinical training programmeMental health and restraint training providedCareer progression opportunitiesPrivate Medical Insurance after 12 monthsFree on-site parkingRecruitment ProcessOnline interviewSelection assessmentClinical and driving verificationTraining and induction at our Thame Training CentreApply NowDue to the expansion of our NHS mental health and HDU services, we are recruiting experienced staff immediately. xjdpvnf This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing CQC-registered provider delivering critical services across the region.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PermanentBenefits:Company pensionOn-site parkingWork Location: In person