Provide emergency medical assistance as part of Otaki ambulance crew

Emergency Medical Assistant

We have an opportunity for an Emergency Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician to join our team in Otaki!

This is a Permanent Fulltime position, working a 4 x 4 DDNN roster.

In this role you will:

  • Work alongside a qualified Ambulance Officer
  • Drive the ambulance and assist with the delivery of patient care (under supervision)
  • Ensure operational readiness of vehicle and equipment
  • Complete other relevant administrative tasks

We are looking for individuals who are 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.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • A minimum of a Hato Hone St John First Responder qualification or ATP of EMT
  • 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 as part of a team
  • New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency or work visa
  • 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)

Click "I'm interested" before applications close on Sunday 27 September 2026. For further information please contact Nicol Da Silva on nicol.dasilva@stjohn.org.nz or 09 526 0528 ext. 8477 for a confidential discussion.

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.

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