2010 HSE Ambulance Service Recruitment

redmonster · 06-04-2012 7:54pm

medic999 wrote: »

Cheers xAlfax, looking forward to starting now and getting stuck in, everyone i spoke to has said it is quite tough and alot of hours of study have to be put in, a hard 10 weeks ahead so me reckons, Thanks for the info,

Best of luck to all you guys starting next tuesday PARA14

...........it'll be tough but so so worth it, heads down for 10 weeks & ye'll be fine....ive been there... enjoy....

adam88 · 09-04-2012 9:49pm

Best of luck to those starting tomorrow.

adam88 · 20-05-2012 6:13pm

Was just talkin to a lad there. He's just been called for interviews with the aim to form a new para class. Apparently he did the aptitude test back in 2010 and its only now that there doing the interviews for the lads that got very low down on the aptitude test

Louth EMT · 20-05-2012 8:35pm

Was talking to a lad who got placed in or about the 220's and he's been called for interview.

Hope they (NAS) start a new recruitment campaing for trainees soon.

adam88 · 20-05-2012 11:02pm

Louth EMT wrote: »

Was talking to a lad who got placed in or about the 220's and he's been called for interview.

Hope they (NAS) start a new recruitment campaing for trainees soon.

Don't think there's much chance of that esp when there calling lads that are placed around 220. They'll nearly have another four classes out of that

superserg78 · 21-05-2012 10:16pm

when is his interview?

adam88 · 22-05-2012 1:53am

superserg78 wrote: »

when is his interview?

Forms have to be in by 26 of this month I think

flazio · 23-05-2012 12:02am

Looks like those big double stretcher vehicles aren't going to be the only PTS vehicles. I've seen a few standard size Sprinters (and by standard I mean Merc factory shape, not ambulance box) with Patient Transport written on them. Light blue epaulettes denounce trainees right?

adam88 · 23-05-2012 9:31am

flazio wrote: »

Looks like those big double stretcher vehicles aren't going to be the only PTS vehicles. I've seen a few standard size Sprinters (and by standard I mean Merc factory shape, not ambulance box) with Patient Transport written on them. Light blue epaulettes denounce trainees right?

Ya its for the student paras to say their on placements.

Those mercs have been around for a bit I think limerick has a shot of them and if I remembe correctly I think I've seen a few blue tips driving them. Open to correction

Tango Alpha 51 · 23-05-2012 10:02am

Yes Limerick has 3 of the standard PTS buses. Student Paramedics do not drive these or crew these. Separate grade of staff with different uniform employed for this.

adam88 · 23-05-2012 10:26am

Tango Alpha 51 wrote: »

Yes Limerick has 3 of the standard PTS buses. Student Paramedics do not drive these or crew these. Separate grade of staff with different uniform employed for this.

I thought that alright but I'm nearly sure I see a blue tip getting out of one of them at the out patients at the regional.

flazio · 23-05-2012 10:40am

They'd hardly be using them for defensive driving training would they?

coolmoose · 25-05-2012 9:14pm

They would on occasion be crewed by staff other than the PTS grade that normally crew them. They may also occasionally be used as an inter-station transport for relief staff when not being used for PTS functions (e.g. weekends, nights etc.)

superserg78 · 07-06-2012 2:30pm

anymore word on those who did the recent interviews?

bud6 · 11-06-2012 11:00pm

if you're referring to the guys from 2010 who were invited recently, then no, not at least for me, letters for interview were to be issued w/c 11/6/2012 so fingers crossed that there's post that's not junk and not a bill this week. It's been a long time since that test in 2010 and i had forgotten about it til the text came in. Nice surprise :-)

STANDCLEAR!!! · 12-06-2012 1:33am

The new panel shouldn't be to long till started with a bit of luck! ..........can't wait too go through the selection process again.......must polish the suit up! :-p

bud6 · 12-06-2012 2:15pm

adam88 wrote: »

Was just talkin to a lad there. He's just been called for interviews with the aim to form a new para class. Apparently he did the aptitude test back in 2010 and its only now that there doing the interviews for the lads that got very low down on the aptitude test

hi adam88, did you hear anything since from that lad? just wondering if anyone else from 2010 aptitude tests had recent contact from HR in Manorhamilton. Thanks

adam88 · 12-06-2012 2:18pm

bud6 wrote: »

hi adam88, did you hear anything since from that lad? just wondering if anyone else from 2010 aptitude tests had recent contact from HR in Manorhamilton. Thanks

No all I know is that he was contacted inviting him to fill in that pre-interview booklet, that's all I heard, I did hear a rumour that there only doing enough to fill the remainder of the class and that then there will be a new panel being formed

bud6 · 12-06-2012 3:32pm

Thanks adam88. I have been reading through this thread and it seems to be a long process. I wonder how many are needed to fill the class and how many were invited to stage 2 - any info? you seem to be in the know! It's awful having to wait and see if the letter is going to arrive.

bud6 · 12-06-2012 10:05pm

Got email earlier stating that interview letter went out in todays post so we'll see what comes 2moro. It's a relief just to know that:D

Papp9 · 26-06-2012 2:39pm

So does mean they will advertise, for this new panel, this year or as needs be ?

Delancey · 27-06-2012 12:36am

bud6 wrote: »

Got email earlier stating that interview letter went out in todays post so we'll see what comes 2moro. It's a relief just to know that:D

Mod Note - No Text Speak please

superserg78 · 27-06-2012 8:01am

bud6 wrote: »

Got email earlier stating that interview letter went out in todays post so we'll see what comes 2moro. It's a relief just to know that:D

Any update bud6?

superserg78 · 09-07-2012 7:01pm

any word on whats happening with the current panel?

bk1991 · 09-07-2012 9:20pm

i have been told that the hse will be recruiting paramedics in autumn 2012 would this be correct ? If so what can i do to be ready for this ,I am going for my ERF course in The next few weeks and am going to do my c1 licience aswell what else is needed ?

Mycroft H · 09-07-2012 10:47pm

bk1991 wrote: »

i have been told that the hse will be recruiting paramedics in autumn 2012 would this be correct ? If so what can i do to be ready for this ,I am going for my ERF course in The next few weeks and am going to do my c1 licience aswell what else is needed ?

Join a voluntary for the experience. Shows interest in the area.

superserg78 · 10-07-2012 5:30pm

bk1991 wrote: »

i have been told that the hse will be recruiting paramedics in autumn 2012 would this be correct ? If so what can i do to be ready for this ,I am going for my ERF course in The next few weeks and am going to do my c1 licience aswell what else is needed ?

who told you this bk?

bk1991 · 10-07-2012 7:16pm

I am in my local redcross branch have done a few dutys so far at ofa level at min but doing my erf in the IATI in the next few weeks .Just heard it by word of mouth

groundhurling · 10-07-2012 7:21pm

bk1991 wrote: »

I am in my local redcross branch have done a few dutys so far at ofa level at min but doing my erf in the IATI in the next few weeks .Just heard it by word of mouth

I hope it's true, but I'll believe it when I see it!

bk1991 · 10-07-2012 7:59pm

groundhurling wrote: »

I hope it's true, but I'll believe it when I see it!

same here when was the others ?

flazio · 10-07-2012 8:05pm

I'm sure you meant EFR rather then ERF bk1991 but I don't think it's healthy to speculate rumours around here. A million and one things might happen between now and Autumn.

bk1991 · 10-07-2012 9:26pm

flazio wrote: »

I'm sure you meant EFR rather then ERF bk1991 but I don't think it's healthy to speculate rumours around here. A million and one things might happen between now and Autumn.

yes EFR or emergency first responder , well sopose your right its all romours till its on paper but have heard it from more than one and there working in hse .

The2minator · 11-07-2012 11:49am

anyone hear any definates about recruitment??

groundhurling · 11-07-2012 7:38pm

The2minator wrote: »

anyone hear any definates about recruitment??

I'd take everything you hear with a pinch of salt. That said, I think it would stand to reason that they would recruit this year. It won't be easy though. A lot of people in PTS positions will be looking to get in on it I would imagine.

Delancey · 11-07-2012 9:50pm

groundhurling wrote: »

I'd take everything you hear with a pinch of salt. That said, I think it would stand to reason that they would recruit this year. It won't be easy though. A lot of people in PTS positions will be looking to get in on it I would imagine.

Also worth bearing in mind that under the Croke Park Agreement many areas of the public service are recruiting from within the public service and not recruiting externally.
DFB are a good example of this - under the CPA staff can now be re-deployed from areas that are considered to be overstaffed. Apparently DFB recruitemnt is now reserved for existing employees with no external applications invited.

groundhurling · 12-07-2012 12:47am

Delancey wrote: »

Also worth bearing in mind that under the Croke Park Agreement many areas of the public service are recruiting from within the public service and not recruiting externally.
DFB are a good example of this - under the CPA staff can now be re-deployed from areas that are considered to be overstaffed. Apparently DFB recruitemnt is now reserved for existing employees with no external applications invited.

True, but I'm hoping, like last time, it won't stop them. Is ambulance service recruitment not exempt? That said, nothing's ever certain.

Delancey · 12-07-2012 1:13am

groundhurling wrote: »

True, but I'm hoping, like last time, it won't stop them. Is ambulance service recruitment not exempt? That said, nothing's ever certain.

To my knowledge it's not exempt - it means other HSE employees get priority over external candidates ( assuming they even invite external applications ).

Thepredator · 12-07-2012 10:37am

The ambulance service is largely not affected by the Moratorium on recruitment but redeployment is happening within the hse.

superserg78 · 16-09-2012 10:52am

Has anybody an idea with whats happening with this panel?

Parafox · 12-01-2013 5:01pm

Are there any further classes being run from this panel?

stevie06 · 12-01-2013 8:01pm

Parafox wrote: »

Are there any further classes being run from this panel?

There was an email yesterday looking for expressions of interest from people on the panel. So I can only assume there is a plan to run a class.

But only time will tell.

Bang Bang · 15-01-2013 12:13am

The next class are apparently due to start at the end of February, those remaining on the current panel will be offered places with any additional class places possibly being offered to the Defence Forces.

It's worth noting that the Irish Defence Forces have been investing large amounts of money and resources into training Soldiers to EMT, Paramedic, Advanced Paramedic level through NASC and UCD.

antichrist · 15-01-2013 5:46pm

I heard the same as Bang Bang, expressions of interest for people on that panel have gone out for a class due to start in Feb 2013.

fittond · 16-01-2013 12:03am

Does that give us any inclination to when the hse might start a new recruitment drive??? im on the brink of trying to move abroad to do it!

Parafox · 16-01-2013 11:49am

Bang Bang wrote: »

The next class are apparently due to start at the end of February, those remaining on the current panel will be offered places with any additional class places possibly being offered to the Defence Forces.

It's worth noting that the Irish Defence Forces have been investing large amounts of money and resources into training Soldiers to EMT, Paramedic, Advanced Paramedic level through NASC and UCD.

It's only a suggestion but could the additional class places not be offered to some of the new ICO / EMT already within NAS. Surely some of these people would have ambitions of becoming Paramedics. Should there not be an internal competition before looking outside to other organisations?

Bang Bang · 16-01-2013 1:12pm

Parafox wrote: »

It's only a suggestion but could the additional class places not be offered to some of the new ICO / EMT already within NAS. Surely some of these people would have ambitions of becoming Paramedics. Should there not be an internal competition before looking outside to other organisations?

Currently there is no internal route within the HSE for a staff member to train and operate to the level of Paramedic, if there was then those members of the public out there who are looking to become a Paramedic would certainly have a gripe, and certainly those who just missed out on gaining a position on the Paramedic panel would have a valid argument.

There is at least one ICO in the proposed ten positions offered, this staff member applied for both positions, sat interviews for both positions and was successful at both.

In my opinion I think it's not the ideal way to recruit, as in internal offerings. Reasons I'd list is unfairness to the general public with an interest in a career as a Paramedic and also some people may apply for certain positions within the NAS, positions they may not have an interest in, but apply for all the same with the hope of gaining a Paramedic qualification at some time in the future.

Juanito13 · 16-01-2013 8:06pm

Parafox wrote: »

It's only a suggestion but could the additional class places not be offered to some of the new ICO / EMT already within NAS. Surely some of these people would have ambitions of becoming Paramedics. Should there not be an internal competition before looking outside to other organisations?

You have to remember that the current ICO's are still inside their probationary year and it's a bit early in the day to be offering upskilling, however i think that after 2-3 years, with a good track record, an ICO should be eligible to apply for an opportunity to upskill.
Maybe an internal panel could be created and a small number of ICO's could make up a paramedic class with the rest of the positions coming from external applicants. I think it's only fair that ICO staff who show a genuine interest are given an opportunity to progress, but obviously they would have to go through a selection process including an interview.
Anyway, delighted to hear the rest of the panel is being used, a friend has been waiting since 2010 and he didn't think it would happen.

superserg78 · 20-01-2013 2:36pm

Bang Bang wrote: »

There is at least one ICO in the proposed ten positions offered, this staff member applied for both positions, sat interviews for both positions and was successful at both.

In my opinion I think it's not the ideal way to recruit, as in internal offerings. Reasons I'd list is unfairness to the general public with an interest in a career as a Paramedic and also some people may apply for certain positions within the NAS, positions they may not have an interest in, but apply for all the same with the hope of gaining a Paramedic qualification at some time in the future.

How is it unfair?
This person has obviously shown a great interest in the field of Pre Hospital Care and has wanted a career in the NAS for several years. Anybody could have applied for both positions , as in his/her case. He/She was obviously good enough to secure both, which can only be of ultimate value to the patient.

I would congratulate this person and ask people to not be bitter.

I am currently on the ICO panel and hope that, by this person's progression, I may get my call sooner, rather than later.

medic780 · 20-01-2013 9:08pm

superserg78 wrote: »

How is it unfair?
This person has obviously shown a great interest in the field of Pre Hospital Care and has wanted a career in the NAS for several years. Anybody could have applied for both positions , as in his/her case. He/She was obviously good enough to secure both, which can only be of ultimate value to the patient.

I would congratulate this person and ask people to not be bitter.

I am currently on the ICO panel and hope that, by this person's progression, I may get my call sooner, rather than later.

To be honest I don't think there would be a huge number on the ICO panel that would make the requirements to apply for paramedic positions but if they do meet all the requirements I do think they should be able to apply for the posts

antichrist · 21-01-2013 7:41am

I would rather see a stepping stone way of recruitment/progression where you begin as EMT on ICV's and after 2 years you can progress on to Paramedic with it culminating in you being eligible to apply for the AP course. But....this isn't whats in the pipeline for the time being. Maybe in a few years when there are more ICO's and NAS can afford to lose the staff but at the minute we need more ICO staff not less.

2010 HSE Ambulance Service Recruitment

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