Qualified Paramedics and Specialist Paramedics

Qualified Paramedics and Specialist Paramedics

NSW Ambulance:

NSW Ambulance is a mobile health service provider with a long and proud service history to the community of NSW. We specialise in the provision of emergency and non-emergency, pre-hospital health care, retrieval and specialist transport services, major event planning and response, as well as community education. Our service is over 4000 strong and operates from over 300 locations across the state of NSW.

The Role:

This position provides front line out of hospital care, medical retrieval and health related transport for sick and injured people in an emergency and non-emergency setting, accurately assessing and documenting patients’ health and medical needs to determine and implement appropriate paramedical care in line with NSW Ambulance policies and procedures.

This position requires a NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Service NSW website https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/services/working-with-children

Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory conduct and services check including referee/supervisor check, a review of National Police check and review of the Service Check Register. A review of excess annual and sick leave, PDP status, ability to undertake full duties of the position and clearances from Professional Conduct & Integrity Unit, Ambulance Education Centre and Infection Control.

This application is for a Statewide and locations will be advised based on operational demand.

Applicants will be required to participate in pre-employment medical and drug testing and to meet the requirements of the Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Map of Sectors:

Metro and Regional Sector Map

How to Apply: 

Please upload the following documents with your resume:

• • Credentialing Application Form
  • Current Certificate to Practice Authority to Practice or Annual Practicing Certificate (for NZ Paramedics) or HCPC Registration (for UK Paramedics)
  • Evidence of Paramedic Registration from the Paramedic Board of Australia (including an Application Number if in the process of obtaining an AHPRA)
  • Recent Letter of Service from all current and/or previous Ambulance employer(s) confirming employment dates and the role/s held during the years of service
  • Paramedic Scope of Practice
  • Paramedic Qualifications (Degree and Transcript) certified by a Justice of the Peace
  • Evidence of Residency (Australian or New Zealand Citizen/Permanent Resident) - If providing a permanent visa, provide a copy of your passport
  • A complete full Driving History (including interstate and international history, if applicable) - Obtained within 3 months of application.
  • Current Driver's License (Must be unrestricted and be willing to obtain Light Rigid Class)
  • Evidence of Mandatory Vaccinations
  • If you are applying for Intensive Care Paramedic, provide additional documents:
    • Evidence of Intensive Care Paramedic Qualification and experience
    • Scope of Practice
    • Recent Letter of Service
      

Salary and Benefits:

Award based salary increments, paid in line with award adjustments

An organisation that champions Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Enjoyed discounted gym rates, health and wellness coaching, free vaccinations and take advantage of a range of free training and talent programs for your professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Generous salary packaging options to help you increase your take home pay: Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal entertainment + novated leasing.

Superannuation contributions of 11.5%

Shift allowances and leave loading

Rotating roster including weekends and public holiday

Diverse career options across metropolitan and regional NSW

Our Commitment:

NSW Ambulance is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from women, First Nations people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality, and people with a disability.

It is the responsibility of all staff to ensure NSW Ambulance is a workplace free from bullying, discrimination and harassment (including sexual harassment). All staff must behave in a respectful and acceptable manner. Staff must report and respond appropriately to any instances or perceptions of bullying, discrimination, harassment or other unacceptable behaviour.  NSW Ambulance takes all complaints seriously and endeavours to resolve them in a manner which is trauma-informed, efficient, fair and confidential. Managers are required to implement actions that prevent or minimise the risk of unacceptable behaviours, ensuring bullying, harassment and victimisation are identified as early as possible and responded to and effectively managed.  The consequences for employees who engage in inappropriate behaviour are serious and could result in the termination of a person’s employment.

Qualifications

1. Applicants must hold all required certifications, licences, registrations and qualifications (including but not limited to current Certificate to Practice, registration as a paramedic, and a current NSW Driver Licence) and undertake necessary and relevant training and work experience as determined by NSW Ambulance.
2. High standard of clinical care and knowledge to provide effective out of hospital patient care in diverse situations.
3. Clinical reasoning, analytical and problem solving skills to assess patient’s needs and review patient health care records in determining best care alternatives. Listening, oral and written communication skills to collect record and convey clear, concise and accurate information in the completion of patient health care records and written reports, by radio, telephone and in person.
4. Computer literacy with demonstrated ability to learn and operate new and existing electronic patient records, data terminals etc.
5. Planning and organising skills to effectively manage own time and prioritise workload, with the ability to manage stress and maintain performance under pressure without negative impact on self or others.
6. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment to support the completion of team goals and ensure the continuity of patient care within the NSW Health system.
7. Integrity, empathy and respect for ethical and professional standards including patient confidentiality and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive matters.

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Paramedic Position Description and here for the Intensive Care Paramedic Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Recruitment on AMBULANCE-ParamedicRecruitment@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 30 June 2025