Emergency Medical Assistant

Hato Hone St John is looking for an Emergency Medical Assistant to join the Hauraki/Coromandel team. The charity has served New Zealanders since 1885 and now supports communities with around 12,000 staff across Aotearoa, delivering everything from urgent 111 responses to health education and ongoing monitoring. The role is based onsite in Hauraki/Coromandel and is a permanent opening on a 4x4 DDNN roster, with a relief roster component as part of the arrangement.

This position suits someone who can settle in quickly, work well with both paid and volunteer colleagues, and uphold a high standard of patient care. The successful applicant will bring a positive demeanour, a willingness to contribute to station portfolios, and a clear commitment to clinical excellence.

If you’re drawn to frontline health work in a respected public health charity and you’re excited by the idea of serving communities in the Coromandel region, this could be the right fit. It’s a role for people who care about others and can stay composed under pressure while delivering practical care in a team setting.

A day in the life on the Coromandel front lines

In this role you’ll respond to emergency calls and provide on-site clinical care, performing assessments, supporting stabilisation, and communicating clearly with patients and teammates. You’ll work closely with both paid staff and volunteers to deliver care that meets established standards, while helping to keep accurate records and contribute to the station’s broader clinical objectives.

Beyond direct patient care, you’ll be involved in station activities and portfolios, contributing to continual improvement and maintaining a steady focus on patient safety and comfort. The day-to-day blends hands-on practice with collaborative teamwork to ensure responsive, compassionate service for the communities you serve.

What you bring to the Hato Hone St John team

To be considered for this role, the following attributes and qualifications are key. The company looks for evidence of both capability and character, demonstrated in a practical, real-world context.

• A current St John Authority to Practice at First Responder or EMT
• A proven record of strong operational and clinical performance
• A clean driving history
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a clear customer focus
• A genuine commitment to the well-being of others
• The ability to stay effective under pressure
• Evidence of continuing clinical education (CCE)
• Right to work in New Zealand, including citizenship, permanent residency or a valid work visa
• Behaviours aligned 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)

Schedule, location and checks

The role is full-time and onsite in the Hauraki/Coromandel area, operating on a 4x4 DDNN roster. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including a physical assessment and health check, and any driving duties are tied to meeting St John’s medical standards. The organisation highlights its commitment to diversity and inclusivity as part of a workplace where everyone belongs.

Tips to help you land this role

Lead with your current St John Authority to Practice at First Responder or EMT on your resume so it’s easy to spot your qualification right away.

Back up your claims about operational and clinical performance with concrete examples, and if you have a clean driving record or evidence of CCE, call that out with specifics.

Be ready to discuss how you handle high-pressure situations and how you contribute to a team that includes both paid and volunteer staff, including how you would participate in station portfolios.

Ask about how station portfolios are developed and how relief staff contribute to ongoing clinical excellence, as well as what support looks like for professional development in this rostered role.

Joining the Coromandel EMS team

To apply, click “I’m interested” before applications close on Monday 12 October 2026. For a confidential discussion, contact Tanya Jeffery, Senior Recruitment Advisor, on 095260528 Ext: 9970 or [email protected].