Ambulance Transport Attendants (ATAs) are often part of an ambulance crew. They undertake a similar role to Patient Transport Officers (PTOs) but can be required to perform more advanced patient care at times. This includes, but is not limited to, assessing a patient’s health, cardiac rhythm monitoring and basic life support.
Strong growth has been predicted for ATA roles between 2021 to 2026, with an estimated 8.4% or 1,600 increase in jobs during this period.*
An Ambulance Transport Attendant (ATA) can earn between $73,000 – $114,000* per year, depending on an individual’s level of experience.
*World Salaries (2024)
Australian Paramedical College (APC) can help you gain the fundamental skills needed to start a rewarding career in Non-Emergency Patient Transport (NEPT).
A HLT41120 – Certificate IV in Health Care will allow you to become an ATA but the HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care could give you an edge when applying for roles in the industry.
Learn moreAPC student, Alan, shares what his role covers as an Ambulance Officer in South Australia.
From hearing about the different levels of the role to the types of duties and call-outs that can be expected on shift, check out this video to learn more and see if it interests you as a career pathway.
Values teamwork and effectively collaborates with other emergency services, hospital staff and the local community when assisting with patient transfers
ATAs need to demonstrate a high level of compassion and understanding on a day-to-day basis for patients in need