Ko wai mātou - About us:

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.

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

We are seeking Extended Care Paramedics with an interest working in Primary Care and Rural Health Services to join our partnership with Te Whata Ora for Buller Health/Te Rau Kawakawa with providing primary, acute and community care as part of a multidisciplinary team. 

This is an exciting 9-month fixed term opportunity to practice paramedicine in a collaborative setting and gain exposure to the wider spectrum of health care. Applicants should be able to fit into new teams with ease, demonstrate initiative and adaptability and be comfortable with new challenges. This role will involve practicing in local GP clinics and other community health facilities, providing care to patients in all ages and stages of health. 

Hato Hone St John will be the employer in these roles and provide line management and support, however day to day tasking and supervision will come from the Buller Health leadership. This role will be working predominately Monday to Friday business hours. Hato Hone St John will continue to support your competence at your current practice level including access to road time, CCE and contact with our local ambulance teams. 

This is a part-time opportunity working a 0.50 roster covering Monday to Friday 830-1700 on a rotating basis. This can be open to ECPs residing outside of Westport looking to relocate or commute for the duration of this fixed-term arrangement and some accommodations can be made for this type of arrangement and can be discussed on applications.

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current St John Authority to Practice at Extended Care Paramedic level
• Current Registration and Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) from Te Kaunihera Manapou Paramedic Council
• Excellent operational and clinical performance to date
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus
• A genuine commitment to the wellbeing of others
• The ability to work under pressure
• 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)

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Monday 6th January 2025

If you have any questions regarding this role please contact the Recruitment Experience Advisor Sammie Potter at [email protected] or 09 526 0528 x 8437

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.

E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou, kia mahi haumaru ai.

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.