Ambulance Transport Attendant

Ambulance Victoria invites applications for a casual Ambulance Transport Attendant, based in Wangaratta/Shepparton (Hume).

About the role

Ambulance Transport Attendants (ATA) provide care and transport to Non-Emergency patients. The primary objective of this role is to provide an effective and efficient service in the transport of Non-Emergency pre and post hospital patients between home and medical facilities, to assist in achieving service goals and targets relating to Non-Emergency transport.

The rosters fall between the hours of 6am and 8pm Monday to Sunday (including public holidays). The successful applicant will be required to drive and operate all vehicle types.

About you

To apply for the ATA position, applicants must hold a Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance) or equivalent and not less than 400 hours of supervised clinical practice. A current Victorian driver license is also essential.

This position would be suitable for a recently retired paramedic, stay at home mum or an ATA from another non-emergency organization. The applicant is required to live within 45 – 60 minutes’ drive from the work location. This is due to fatigue issues and limited notice requirements for requesting staff to attend duty.

Upon commencement with Ambulance Victoria, all successful applicants must be available to attend a three week induction program in South Melbourne, from late May 2018 on wards. The induction will be based around office hours, Monday to Friday for the duration of the program.

The successful applicant will be required to pass a medical and physical fitness assessment as determined by Ambulance Victoria.

What’s in it for you?

As a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognizes the importance of work/life balance. They offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking.

They believe there people are greatest resource and the sustainability of workforce depends on how well they utilize there people’s skills and abilities. If you’re ready to play an integral role and deliver results that help make a real difference, they want to hear from you!

Your online application will form an integral part of the selection process and should be of a high quality including:

• Cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience in Non-Emergency Patient Transport
• Resume
• Certified copy of your relevant qualification and evidence of 400 supervised clinical hours.

They request that your application for the Ambulance Transport Attendant, casual – Wangaratta position is forwarded by Tuesday 6th March 2018 by clicking on ‘Apply online’.

Please note: Only applicants invited to interview will be asked to supply a certified copy of a National Police Certificate and a certified copy of a Driving History report.

Ambulance Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

By applying for this position within Ambulance Victoria (AV), you agree to undertake an assessment of any Secondary Employment or outside interests. This is required to ensure there is no perceived or actual conflict of interest for AV should you be successful and commence in the new role.

How to apply?

For any queries please email recruitment@ambulance.vic.gov.au or contact the Recruitment Department on (03) 9840-3653.

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