Ambulance Crew Member
きゅうきゅうじどうしゃじょうむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Prison Guards and Firefighters
- Minor : Firefighters
Summary
A job that crews ambulances, rushes to the scene in response to dispatch requests, and performs first aid and patient transport.
Description
Ambulance crew members are responsible for driving ambulances and supporting first aid at the scene. Upon receiving a dispatch request, they quickly head to the site, collaborate with doctors and emergency medical technicians to measure patients' vital signs and perform first aid such as CPR, and safely transport them to medical institutions. Ensuring safety during driving, inspecting medical equipment and rescue supplies, and managing the vehicle interior environment are also important. They are required to make calm judgments under strict emergency conditions, with high teamwork and communication skills.
Future Outlook
With the progression of an aging society, demand for emergency medical services is increasing, and the importance of highly specialized emergency response personnel is expected to grow.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Empathetic / Good team player / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Mobile work / Night shifts / Shift work / Team work
Career Path
Ambulance Crew Member (Apprentice) → Ambulance Crew Member → Deputy Captain → Captain → Emergency Medical Technician Instructor
Required Skills
AED Operation / Ambulance Driving / CPR / First Aid / Patient Vital Signs Measurement / Stretcher Operation
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Multilingual) / Emergency Medical Technician Qualification / Initial Trauma Response / Oxygen Therapy
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to diverse environments and changing situations. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To quickly analyze situations and make appropriate judgments in emergencies. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required when operating medical equipment and checking patient conditions. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately share information with patients, medical personnel, and the team. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To continuously adapt to updates in medical techniques and procedures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical strength is required for tasks such as stretcher transport. |
| Problem Solving | To quickly respond to unexpected situations at the scene. |
| Stress Tolerance | To continue working under high-stress situations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Rapid coordination can make the difference between life and death. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Most responses are routine, so creative thinking is not required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Class 2 Ordinary Vehicle License (for Ambulance Driving)
- Emergency Medical Technician
Aliases
- Ambulance Crew
- Emergency Squad Member
Related Jobs
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Firefighter