ANZSCO 4111 –
Private and Public Advertisers (Hospitals, Clinics, Age Care & Health Services)
Positions available 300+ NSW VIC QLD SA WA TAS NT ACT
Ambulance Officers and Paramedics provide emergency health care and transport for injured, sick, infirm and aged persons to medical facilities.
Indicative Skill Level:
The occupation Ambulance Officer in this unit group has a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
In New Zealand:
NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
The occupation Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedic (Aus) / Ambulance Paramedic (NZ) in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification
(ANZSCO Skill Level 1)
In New Zealand:
NZQF Bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification
(ANZSCO Skill Level 1)
In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Registration or licensing is a mandatory requirement for this position.
Estimate salary aud$70,000 up to aud$115,000 per year.
Tasks Include:
- Responding to accidents, emergencies, and requests for medical assistance.
- Assessing the health of patients, determining the need for assistance, and evaluating specialized needs and factors affecting patients’ conditions.
- Performing necessary therapies and administering drugs according to established protocols.
- Providing resuscitation and defibrillation to patients in cardiac arrest and operating life-support equipment.
- Transporting accident victims to medical facilities for further treatment.
- Transporting sick and disabled individuals to and from medical facilities for specialized treatment and rehabilitation.
- Instructing community groups and essential service workers in first aid techniques.
- Attending public gatherings and sporting events to be prepared for accidents and health emergencies.
- Ensuring that ambulances are properly maintained, stocked with necessary medical supplies, and that all equipment is in good working order.
- Preparing written reports detailing the patients’ injuries and the treatment provided.