Australasian College of Paramedicine International Conference (ACPIC23)

ACPIC 2023 delivered a wide range of clinical and research sessions from experts and leaders in paramedicine. Hosted in Melbourne (September 2023) the program was designed to inspire, educate and broaden horizons.

Conference theme: Lead - Evolve - Impact

Paramedic and Medical Students’ Experiences of Sexual Harassment During Clinical Placement: A Systematic Review

Workplace sexual harassment is an alarming worldwide issue that can cause severe adverse effects for victims, especially women from traditionally male-dominated professions. Recent enquiries and studies have shown paramedics and doctors are exposed to concerning rates of sexual harassment. However, there is little understanding of whether this also affects paramedic students who perform duties in the same environment as paramedics. This systematic scoping review aimed to explore paramedic and medical students’ experiences of sexual harassment whilst undertaking clinical placement. The session will discuss the seven themes revealed from the thematic analysis, in addition to the content analysis results identifying the three most reported adverse effects of sexual harassment.

Biography: Hannah Stack

Hannah Stack is a Lecturer in the paramedicine discipline at Charles Sturt University in Port Macquarie. Hannah is currently a registered Paramedic in Australia and the United Kingdom (UK). She has a diverse range of industry experience, working previously as a Paramedic in the UK as a solo responder on the rapid response vehicles, and her current Paramedic role with New South Wales Ambulance. Hannah has completed a Master of Paramedicine (with critical care specialisation), and in 2023 she was awarded the Postgraduate University Medal for her academic excellence and research achievements in this course.

Moderator: Matt Cook, ACPIC23 Organising Committee Member, Paramedic & Registered Nurse

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