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A Volunteer Ambulance Driver helps with the transfer of patients to hospital in non-emergency situations. You’ll drive the ambulance vehicle while patients are being treated by medical professionals. Volunteer Ambulance Drivers are often based in rural or remote areas where there are less medical staff available.
Volunteer Ambulance Drivers should be flexible with their time and able to respond to a range of situations. You’ll need excellent personal skills and should be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds. Volunteer Ambulance Drivers must be able to follow correct procedures and understand instructions well.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Volunteer Ambulance Driver.
Possible job outcomes:
Get a job transporting patients with the HLT31120 Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport. This nationally recognised qualification teaches you the essentials of medical terminology, communication, clinical care, first aid, CPR and life support while working as a driver in the Australian health system. The course is also suited to defence force and private sector medics. Enquire now for enrolment opportunities and the full list of study units..
Average duration: 6 months.
The HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care qualifies you for work as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the private sector or Australian Defence Force. Over 12 months of study (plus clinical placement) you’ll learn how to respond to a full range of medical emergencies, then manage the incident scene. The course also covers infection controls, communication in complex situations, managing personal stress and safety. Enquire now for the list of study units, enrolment dates, graduation outcomes. and pathways to further study..
In Australia, Volunteer Ambulance Drivers are generally not paid for their work. You may be given some funds to cover your expenses but you will donate your time for free. Volunteer Ambulance Drivers often have another job as well as their volunteer ambulance driving role.
This industry has seen an increase in employment numbers over the last five years. While there are currently 19,700 people working as an ambulance officer in Australia, many people take on an unpaid Volunteer Ambulance Driver role. Volunteer Ambulance Drivers may work across all regions of Australia, but are often located in rural or remote areas.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a role as a Volunteer Ambulance Driver, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport. You’ll learn first aid, CPR and clinical care. A Certificate IV in Health Care may also be appropriate.
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Here are some potential career pathways within ambulance and paramedic. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Ambulance and Paramedic
Ambulance Service Paramedic
$1,300 weekly pay
Australian Defence Force Medic
$1,250 weekly pay
Aviation Medic
Emergency Medical Dispatcher
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
Industrial Medic
Patient Transport Officer
$1,150 weekly pay
Volunteer Ambulance Driver
Salary not available
Intensive Care Paramedic
$2,333 weekly pay
Paramedic
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