Ambulance Officer – ANZSCO 411111

Description
Provides specialised transport services and emergency health care for injured, sick, infirm and aged persons. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level
2
Alternative Titles
  • Paramedic (Aus)
Specialisations
  • Patient Transport Officer (Aus)

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Group: 4111 Ambulance Officers and Paramedics

Description
provide emergency health care and transport for injured, sick, infirm and aged persons to medical facilities.
Tasks
  • 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
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In New Zealand:
NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Registration or licensing is required.

Occupations in this Group
  • 411111 Ambulance Officer
  • 411112 Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedic (Aus) / Ambulance Paramedic (NZ)
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