Emergency Medical Technician

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Two permanent Emergency Medical Technicians are sought for Hato Hone St John in New Plymouth, on a 4 x 4 DDNN 42 hour roster at the New Plymouth Station. You will provide high level, compassionate care alongside paid and volunteer staff, thrive under pressure, and contribute to station portfolios while upholding the core values Do the right thing, Side by Side, Straight Up, Make it better, Open Minds. Requirements include a current St John Authority to Practice at EMT level, excellent driving record, evidence of CCE, and strong customer focus. To apply, click I’m interested before Sunday 28 June 2026, and tailor your CV and cover note to show clinical excellence and teamwork. For confidential discussion, contact Jade McInerney; accessibility accommodations are available.

Company Description

Ko wai mātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, our 11,000-strong team of kaimahi work across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through our mahi in health education, access, and monitoring, we are making life-changing differences every day. 

Job Description

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

We are currently recruiting two qualified and experienced Emergency Medical Technicians to join our team in New Plymouth!

Both vacancies are permanent roles, working a 4 x 4 DDNN 42 hour roster at New Plymouth Station.

We are looking for individuals who are adaptable and can settle into our team with ease, work alongside both paid and volunteer staff and provide a high level of care to our patients. The ideal applicants would have a positive demeanour, willingness to contribute to station portfolios, and champion clinical excellence. 

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current St John Authority to Practice at EMT level
• Excellent operational and clinical performance to date
• Excellent driving record
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus
• A genuine commitment to the wellbeing of others
• The ability to work under pressure
• Evidence of CCE
• Demonstrated behaviours that align 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)

Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on Sunday 28 June 2026.

For further information please contact Jade McInerney, Senior Recruitment Advisor, on 095260528 ext:9970 or  [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Please note: all appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, physical assessment, psychometric assessment,  police vetting, health check, and reference checks. For clinical operations roles where you are required to drive, you will be required to meet Hato Hone St John Medical Standards for Driving

At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou, kia mahi haumaru ai.

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.