Career
Paramedic
Healthcare & Medical
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Career stats
Weekly pay
$2,333
Prospects
Medium
Employed in Australia
27,000
Growth
Strong growth
Overview
Ambulance Officer
Job Titles
Job Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- attending accidents emergencies and requests for medical assistance
- assessing health of patients determining need for assistance and assessing specialised needs and factors affecting patients' conditions
- performing therapies and administering drugs according to protocol
- resuscitating and defibrillating patients and operating life-support equipment
- transporting accident victims to medical facilities
- transporting sick and disabled persons to and from medical facilities for specialised treatment and rehabilitation
- instructing community groups and essential service workers in first aid
- attending public gatherings and sporting events where accidents and other health emergencies may occur
- ensuring that ambulances are adequately maintained and stocked with medical supplies and that equipment is in good working order
- preparing written reports on the state of patients' injuries and treatment provided
Training & Qualifications
University
- Bachelor of Paramedicine
- Bachelor of Paramedic Science
- Diploma of Paramedic Science
Short Courses Available
- Certificate III in Basic Health Care
- Certificate IV in Health Care
- Diploma of Emergency Health Care
- Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport
Industry
Healthcare & Medical
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