Paramedic

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Rangiora; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hato Hone St John is seeking a qualified Paramedic Relief to cover Brown Watch in North Canterbury, including Rangiora and Amberley stations, on a fixed-term basis through to 1 June 2027. The role requires joining a team of staff and volunteers providing high-quality patient care.

The successful candidate will adapt quickly, work collaboratively with both paid and volunteer staff, and contribute to service improvement and station portfolios while upholding the organisation's values in practice.

Qualifications

• Current St John Authority to Practice at Paramedic level.
• Current Registration and Annual Practicing Certificate (APC).
• Evidence of excellent operational and clinical performance to date.
• Excellent driving record.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus.
• Commitment to the wellbeing of others.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Evidence of continuing competence and professional development (CCE).

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of patient care within the team.
• Integrate seamlessly with paid and volunteer staff.
• Contribute to station portfolios and continuous service improvement.

Skills

Paramedic registration

APC

Clinical excellence

Driving record

Interpersonal skills

Customer focus

Working under pressure

CCE

Core values alignment

Job description

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885. As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a qualified and experienced Paramedic Relief position on Brown Watch, North Canterbury, covering both the Rangiora and Amberley stations. This is a fixed-term role through to 1 June 2027.

We are seeking an adaptable individual who can integrate seamlessly into our team, work collaboratively alongside both paid and volunteer staff, and deliver a high standard of patient care. The successful applicant will demonstrate a positive attitude, a commitment to clinical excellence, and a willingness to contribute to station portfolios and continuous service improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team and play a key role in providing exceptional care to the North Canterbury community.

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current St John Authority to Practice at Paramedic level
• Current Registration and Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) from Te Kaunihera Manapou Paramedic Council
• Excellent operational and clinical performance to date
• Excellent driving record
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus
• A genuine commitment to the wellbeing of others
• The ability to work under pressure
• Evidence of CCE
• Demonstrated behaviours that align with Hato Hone St John's core values - Do the right thing (Mahi Tika), Side by Side (Tū Tahi), Straight Up (Mahi Pono), Make it better (Whakapai Ake), Open Minds (Whakaaro Nui)

Additional Information

Please note: all appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, physical assessment and health check. For clinical operations roles where you are required to drive, you will be required to meet St John medical standards.

At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

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