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Paramedic

Posted 19 September 2024
What is in it for youNegotiable
LocationPalmerston North City
Job type Permanent
SectorMedical
ReferenceBBBH62356_1726717473

Job description

  • Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development
  • Free healthcare for staff and their families (T&Cs apply)
  • Access to an independent EAP service for personal and professional support

Exciting Opportunity for an Extended Care Paramedic at The Organisation!

Are you an Extended Care Paramedic looking to make a real difference in a busy, fast-paced Acute Care Clinic? The organisation in Palmerston North is seeking a dynamic and passionate ECP to join their renowned clinical team!

This is not just any role-this is a chance to be on the front lines of healthcare, providing crucial clinical case management to both scheduled and walk-in patients. You'll be working with an incredible team of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurse prescribers, and nurses in an environment where every day brings new challenges and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on patient lives.

What's in it for you?

  • Permanent Position: A full-time role with the chance to grow and evolve your career.
  • Supportive Team Environment: You won't be alone-you'll be fully supported by a dedicated group of healthcare professionals.
  • High-Impact Role: As an ECP, you'll play a critical role in managing low-acuity cases, performing clinical assessments, ordering pathology tests, and creating care plans-all while prioritizing hospital avoidance and early discharge.
  • Be part of an organisation that values growth, learning, and excellence in healthcare.

What You'll Do:

  • Phone and face-to-face triage for patients.
  • Telehealth and in-person consultations.
  • Prescribe medications under standing orders.
  • Order lab tests, X-rays, and manage wounds.
  • Deliver high-quality care to diverse communities, ensuring equitable health outcomes.

What You Bring:

  • A Bachelor of Health Science in Paramedicine.
  • Postgraduate qualifications or working towards one in health science paramedicine.
  • Current APC from Te Kaunihera Manapou Paramedic Council.
  • A deep understanding of health inequities in Aotearoa and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
  • Cultural competency to work confidently with diverse communities.

Ready to take the next step?
If you're passionate about healthcare and looking to join a team that's committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Click "Apply Now" and become part of the future of healthcare at the organisation!

Contact Emily!