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Ambulance Officers and Paramedics

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Ambulance Officers and Paramedics

Ambulance Officers and Paramedics provide emergency health care and transport for injured, sick, infirm and aged persons to medical facilities.

Fun facts

  • Strong Future Growth
  • 2333 Weekly Pay Before Tax
  • 86% full-time Full-Time Share
  • 37% female Gender Share

Tasks

There are many tasks done by ambulance officers and paramedics. A few are listed below:

  • 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

Specific occupations

  • Ambulance Officer
  • Paramedic
  • Patient Transport Officer