Job Description

1. Safe Emergency Vehicle Operation

Operate ambulances

safely, efficiently, and in compliance with UAE traffic laws

, ensuring timely arrival at emergency scenes and healthcare facilities. Maintain control of the vehicle under all conditions, including high-pressure response situations, using defensive and emergency driving techniques.

2. Patient Transportation & Assistance

Transport patients

to and from medical facilities, emergency sites, clinics, or hospitals with care and professionalism. Assist EMTs, paramedics, or nurses with loading/unloading patients, securing stretchers, and ensuring patient comfort and safety during transit.

3. Ambulance Readiness & Maintenance

Perform

pre-shift inspections

of the ambulance -- checking fuel, oil, tires, lights, sirens, and safety equipment. Keep the ambulance

clean, organized, and stocked

, ensuring all medical and emergency gear is functional and accessible. Report any vehicle issues or safety concerns immediately to supervisors.

4. Compliance with Safety Standards

Hold a

valid UAE driving license

suitable for operating emergency vehicles and complete any required road-safety or ambulance-specific training. Department of Health Abu Dhabi Follow all

Department of Health (DoH) and EMS protocols

, and ensure participation in training or quality assurance activities as required. Department of Health Abu Dhabi

5. Communication & Coordination

Maintain clear and professional communication with the

emergency medical dispatch center, EMT/paramedic crew, and receiving medical facilities

. Understand and work within Abu Dhabi's EMS system and protocols to support coordinated emergency responses.

6. Record-Keeping and Reporting

Keep detailed

transport logs

, including times, destinations, vehicle checks, and patient hand-off details. Report incidents, near-misses, injuries, or equipment failures to the appropriate authority promptly.

7. Basic Support During Emergencies

Provide

basic first aid assistance

, such as helping with oxygen equipment or monitoring patients during transit when required and within scope of training. Velents Support EMTs/paramedics with non-clinical tasks during emergency responses.

8. Professional Conduct

Represent the ambulance service professionally, staying calm, respectful, and compassionate with patients and families. Demonstrate reliability and punctuality, as ambulance operations require 24/7 readiness.

Skills & Requirements (Typical for Abu Dhabi EMS Roles)

Valid UAE driving license with ambulance. Proven experience driving emergency or light vehicles; prior ambulance driver experience preferred. Basic first aid / BLS certification is an advantage. Strong sense of responsibility, time management, and teamwork skills.
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,000.00 per month