Registered Paramedic

at  Vita First Aid

About Us :
After a discussion between two paramedic students, they realised the need for higher standards of service and care to patrons at sporting events. They also felt that it would be beneficial if there was someone who could consult with event organisers about how best provide this type assistance in order better serve their customers.”
Vita First Aid management are driving change by creating standards that can’t be compromised, such as engaging professional salaried staff and not volunteers. They also provide detailed risk analysis for event organisers to make sure they know what resources will be needed at their next outing or festival; using operational medical practices used in state ambulance systems across Australia. Finally an important point is making sure there’s always someone on duty who has experience managing large-scale events like these which require adequate teams managed by an experienced commander ready 24/7
Our team of professional first responders have medical training in paramedicine and nursing with many bringing additional skill sets from roles at events such as the security teams, sound and lighting personnel or traffic management services catering staff. Using our extensive knowledge we will ensure your event requirements are managed to mitigate risk by engaging all stake holders including patrons who might be affected by an emergency situation on-site at their location!

About You :

• Appropriate tertiary qualification/s and registration/s. Must be registered with AHPRA & provide evidence.
• Member of Australian Practice Nurses Association (APNA) recommended.
• Current driver’s licence

Position Summary :
As a Registered Paramedic you are responsible for the smooth and efficient functioning of the practice and to provide an exceptional standard of care to our patients. To ensure smooth and efficient functioning of the practice and provide an exceptional standard of care to our patients while supporting flexibility in practice staffing arrangements. You will also support and assist the medical staff as much as possible each shift. As this is a specialty area of Paramedicine, you will maintain a professional growth mindset, take advantage of available ongoing professional education provided to you and take responsibility for your ongoing learning.

Key Requirements :

• Ideally minimum of one year’s state ambulance service experience.
• Experience in similar roles as practice nurse or community-based nursing. Back ground or training in emergency nursing or occupational health nursing highly beneficial
• Demonstrated understanding of the needs of general practice and interest and commitment to community-based nursing including patient education, health promotion and lowering patient risk outcomes
• Knowledge of current immunisation schedules, diabetes management, asthma management, enhanced primary care items, infection control, CPR and emergency resuscitation techniques, equipment and drugs
• Competence in the use of relevant equipment and software (desirable)
• Sound knowledge of current legislation, practice standards, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including a sound knowledge and understanding of relevant health related information systems
• Deliver a strong clinical care service
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Ability to educate patients, family and staff
• Sound planning and organisational skills

Job Responsibility :

Please refer the Job description for details