St John NT is recruiting qualified paramedics for its Nhulunbuy centre, located on the Gove Peninsula, in East Arnhem Land. Working within a community of approximately 3,500 people, in what is considered one of Australia’s last strongholds of traditional Aboriginal culture this could be the once-in-a-lifetime experience you are looking for.

Nhulunbuy presents a real opportunity to expand your scope of practice while learning about the rich culture of the local community in one of the most an idyllic settings the NT has to offer. Families are encouraged to apply, this is great location to bring up kids.

Nhulunbuy paramedics operate on a 4 on / 4 off call roster.

You will find yourself:

• Responding to a significant number of medical and trauma cases requiring full application of clinical knowledge and skills

• Demonstrating your adaptive and creative thinking skills through overcoming language and cultural barriers in treating a diverse patient population

• Delivering care with a wide scope of practice supported by the new St John NT Clinical Practice Manual

• Developing an understanding of the unique characteristics of living and working under extreme weather conditions and in ‘out of the ordinary’ situations

• Treating complex cases, often in remote locations requiring 4WD, boat or plane access

Key benefits

Enjoy the relaxed and unique lifestyle of the Northern Territory, and benefits such as:

• Base salary from $81,456 p/a

• Remote area allowances from $34,350 p/a

• Special Nhulunbuy allowance $26,000 p/a

• Relocation assistance up to $15,000

• Accommodation provided

• 10 weeks annual leave

• 10.5% superannuation

• Remunerated CPD

• Support to grow your career with paid study leave options

About you

If you are up for the challenge of expanding your scope of practice in the Northern Territory, you will have:

• Current Authority to Practice as a Qualified Paramedic

• Current unrestricted drivers license

• Eligibility to work in Australia (Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian residential status, or valid work visa)

Find out more and apply. Applications close 5 March 2023.

Disclaimer: The above material is provided by the employer and the College is not responsible for any inaccuracies. For any queries about the position please contact the advertised employer.