Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Hastings; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hato Hone St John is recruiting a qualified Paramedic or EMT to join our Hastings team on a fixed-term 7-month full-time contract. The role requires an active St John Authority to Practice at Paramedic level or EMT, current registration and APC, and a strong clinical and operational track record.

The successful candidate will join a team of paid and volunteer staff, deliver high-quality patient care, and contribute to station-wide initiatives while upholding our core values.

Qualifications

• Current St John Authority to Practice at Paramedic level or EMT.
• Current Registration and APC from Te Kaunihera Manapou Paramedic Council (if Paramedic applicant).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of patient care.
• Work alongside paid and volunteer staff.
• Contribute to station portfolios and clinical excellence.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer focus

Work under pressure

Driving record

Adaptability

Education

St John Authority to Practice

APC Registration

Job description

Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician

• Full-time
• Primary Location: Hawkes Bay
• Contract Type: Fixed Term Full Time

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, we have nearly 12,000 kaimahi working across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through health education, access and monitoring, we make a life-changing difference every day.

We are currently recruiting for a qualified and experienced Paramedic or EMT to join ourteam inHastings!

This is a fixed term position for 7 months, working fulltime on a 4 x 4 DDNN Red Watch roster.

We are looking for an experienced Paramedic or EMT who is adaptable and can settle into our team with ease, work alongside both paid and volunteer staff and provide a high level of care to our patients. The ideal applicants would have a positive demeanour, willingness to contribute to station portfolios, and champion clinical excellence.

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current St John Authority to Practice at Paramedic level or Emergency Medical Technician
• Current Registration and Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) from Te Kaunihera Manapou Paramedic Council (if a Paramedic applicant)
• 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)

Friday 9 October 2026.

Please note: all appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, physical assessment, psychometric assessment, police vetting, health check, and reference checks. For clinical operations roles where you are required to drive, you will be required to meet Hato Hone St John Medical Standards for Driving.

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.

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.