Introduction: We are always on the lookout for experienced Paramedics who are keen to join our frontline teams in the Greater Wellington and Wairarapa regions.Description: Why join Wellington Free Ambulance? We are the one and only paramedic service for Wellington and Wairarapa, and the only Paramedic service in the country that is free. We are proud of the place we hold in our community, and the high-quality, leading-edge patient care that our people deliver every day. As well as emergency paramedic care, we provide patient transfer services; have paramedics who are part of the Life Flight crew and rescue squad, plus operate the 111 clinical communications centre for our region. We respond on average to around 57,000 emergency incidents per year. We consider ourselves to be the best little ambulance service in the world, with an awesome team of around 400 staff and over 80 volunteers who cover from Cook Strait to just north of Waikanae on the Kapiti Coast, and across to Mt Bruce in the Wairarapa. Being this size means when you join, you become part of our whanau, and you really do make a huge impact for our community! What our Paramedics do: Our paramedic crews respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It's their job to work quickly and help by providing world-class, compassionate care to our community across Wellington and Wairarapa. As a Paramedic, you will be required to provide the highest possible standard of patient care in a consistently efficient, effective, and professional manner. This role provides leadership within your assigned authority to practice, ensuring that professionalism and clinical excellence are always modeled and maintained in all situations and interactions. We are seeking qualified Paramedics who have previously worked as a Paramedic with an Authority to Practice – whatever experience you have, we welcome your application!What we can offer: It goes without saying you will get fulfillment from your work and a sense of pride knowing that you are working for a not-for-profit that is an iconic part of the Greater Wellington region. We also have more benefits to joining including:For those applying outside of New Zealand – we are offering financial assistance up to $5,000 NZD (max) towards your relocation costs.Acknowledging the impacts of shift work, WFA is committed to offering a variety of shift patterns suited to differing needs.Competitive salary and generous compensation for overtime, including leave conditions that provide you with a block of scheduled leave every 3 months.Annual reimbursement of your Annual Practicing Certificate (APC).Staff benefits including Employee Assistance Programme, annual flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to great discounts at several supportive businesses across our region.Minimum Requirements: We are seeking qualified Paramedics who have previously worked as a Paramedic with an Authority to Practice with at least 2 years of experience (Band 6 - UK) as an Operational Paramedic. If you are interested in joining the best little ambulance service in the world, then Press "Apply" now. Please provide your resume and cover letter and complete the online application form. If you are applying from overseas, please also provide us with a copy of your qualification transcript in support of your application. If you require further information, please email ******.
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