Emergency Healthcare Jobs Across Australia & New Zealand

Explore current roles from ambulance services, patient transport providers, event medical teams, and healthcare organisations that actively recruit APC graduates.

Employment Opportunities in Emergency Healthcare

The APC Job Board is where industry meets opportunity.

We’re connecting work ready graduates across non emergency patient transport, event medical, industrial health, pathology collection and frontline healthcare roles with employers actively seeking qualified staff.

Whether you’re an employer looking to hire skilled graduates or a student ready to step into the workforce, this is where careers begin.

Current Opportunities

Sport & Event First Aider
Are you looking for casual work or some extra income and a job that fits in around your other commitments? Are you based on the Sunshine Coast, in Gympie, in Brisbane or on the Gold Coast? A Sports & Events First Aider job with ASSIST Medics could be for you! ASSIST Medics is a Sunshine Coast owned and operated medical event coverage company with a solid reputation as providers of quality professional first aid and medical services, resources and training. We cover sporting and community events with a wide range of medical support needs, including; three hour primary school activities, A level sports matches, club sports days, community festivals and fully coordinated medical response teams (including medics, paramedics, nurses and doctors) for large community or international sporting events.
Job Title Sport & Event First Aider
Hiring Company Assist First Aid
Location Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Brisbane & Gold Coast
Level 3 First Responder
MELBOURNE all students who have already COMPLETED Certificate IV in Health Care, Diploma of Emergency Health Care, Diploma of Paramedical Science, Paramedical Science Bachelor Degree or similar qualification qualifications for Level 3 First Responder applications are invited to apply. Emergency Medical Response Laverton North, Melbourne VIC Casual $40 – $50 per hour
Job Title Level 3 First Responder
Hiring Company Emergency Medical Response
Location Laverton North, Melbourne
Sports & Event Medics (QLD & Northern NSW)
Sport and Event Medics are currently expanding our team and looking for passionate, capable professionals to join our growing casual workforce across (Queensland and Northern Rivers NSW) About the Role You’ll be part of a dynamic team delivering advanced first aid and medical support at a variety of events, including: - Sporting events - School activities - Community events This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in real-world environments while making a meaningful impact. Positions Available We are currently seeking: - First Responders - Sports Trainers - Advanced First Aid Providers - Event Medics We encourage applications from: - Qualified first aiders and medics - Individuals with experience in sports or event medical support - University students studying Paramedicine, Nursing, Allied Health If you’re looking to build experience in emergency and pre-hospital care, this is a strong entry point into the industry. We offer; - Competitive award rates (including penalty rates) - Flexible, casual work opportunities - No ABN required - Superannuation and insurance covered - Exposure to real-world emergency response environments To apply, please send your application including: - Current CV - Copies of all relevant qualifications and accreditations About Us Sport & Event Medics deliver professional medical coverage across events throughout QLD and Northern NSW. We pride ourselves on high-quality care, experienced staff, and creating opportunities for those entering or advancing within the healthcare industry.
Job Title Sports & Event Medics (QLD & Northern NSW)
Hiring Company Sports & Event Medics
Location Queensland and Northern Rivers NSW
Casual Educator – Students Save Lives
Rate: $50 per hour. Are passionate about the prehospital field? Do you want to make an impact by educating the future generation? Do you have the confidence to work solo and independently? If you answered yes to all these questions, we want to hear from you today! We are offering immediate star, paid casual positions Australia Wide through with our "Students Save Lives" brand. Please send resume to Mia Email - [email protected] Phone - 0400019158
Job Title Casual Educator
Hiring Company Students Save Lives
Location Australia Wide
Emergency Medical Technician
This is a permanent full time Emergency Medical Technician role through a structured programme, designed for
Job Title Emergency Medical Technician
Hiring Company Hato Hone St John
Location Auckland, New Zealand
Event Medic
Remote EMS is seeking casual Event Medics located across Newcastle, Port Macquarie, and Tamworth.
Job Title Event Medic
Hiring Company Remote EMS
Location Newcastle, Port Macquarie, and Tamworth

Demand for Emergency Healthcare Professionals in Australia

Emergency healthcare and patient transport services continue to operate across metropolitan, regional, and remote areas throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Private ambulance providers, event medical services, and healthcare organisations regularly recruit trained personnel to meet ongoing operational demand.

This page provides visibility into the types of roles currently available across the sector.

Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Healthcare Jobs

Yes. Many of the organisations advertising roles on this page have previously employed APC graduates and actively recruit candidates with emergency healthcare and patient transport training.

Yes. Many positions listed are entry-level or suitable for graduates beginning their careers in patient transport, event medical, and emergency healthcare support roles. Some roles may require additional qualifications and/or experience. 

APC graduates commonly gain roles such as Patient Transport Officer, Event Medic, Ambulance Transport Attendant, Industrial Medic, First Responder, and Emergency Medical Technician. Some graduates also progress into paramedicine through further university study.

Yes. Many students receive employment offers during or shortly after completing their clinical placements, as employers use placements to identify and recruit suitable candidates.

While APC does not guarantee employment, our training is designed to prepare students for real industry roles, and many graduates successfully gain employment across Australia and New Zealand.

Roles are available across metropolitan, regional, and remote areas throughout Australia and New Zealand.

APC’s programs are designed to prepare students with the practical skills and industry exposure needed to pursue employment in patient transport, event medical, and emergency healthcare support roles.

Employers include private ambulance providers, patient transport companies, event medical organisations, hospitals, industrial companies, and healthcare providers.

Employers can submit job opportunities to be advertised to APC graduates and students by contacting [email protected]

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APC has supported thousands of graduates into frontline healthcare and emergency response roles across Australia and New Zealand.

Our graduates complete nationally recognised training and practical clinical workshops designed to prepare them for real-world environments. They are trained, assessed and ready to step into roles including:

  • Non-Emergency Patient Transport
  • Event Medic
  • Pathology Collection
  • Patient Services Roles
  • Healthcare Support Positions
  • + more

Why advertise on the APC Job Board?

✔ Direct access to qualified, industry-aligned graduates
✔ Targeted audience already trained in your sector
✔ Reduced recruitment time
✔ Increased candidate quality
✔ Strengthen your partnership with APC

We actively promote job listings to our student and graduate community through:

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If you’re looking to build your workforce with trained, motivated candidates — we would love to support you.

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