a caring attitude and outgoing, helpful personality;
a responsible and highly motivated approach to the work;
good interpersonal and teamwork skills;
good oral and written communication skills;
the ability to be calm, quick-thinking and decisive in a crisis;
good general fitness to cope with lifting patients and equipment;
the ability to relate to people from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds, races, religions and cultures;
a commitment to continuous professional development and education.