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A Patient Transport Officer transfers patients to medical care in non-urgent situations. You might take people from their home to hospital or move them from hospital to another medical facility. Patient Transport Officers often deal with clients who have chronic or non-acute illnesses. Their transport is usually pre-scheduled and not dealt with as an emergency.
Patient Transport Officers should have excellent personal skills and be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important that you are physically fit as some manual handling may be required. Patient Transport Officers must be able to follow correct procedures during their work day.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Patient Transport Officer.
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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, a full time Patient Transport Officer generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been a strong increase in employment numbers in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 19,700 people employed in this field in Australia and some of them specialise as a Patient Transport Officer. Patient Transport Officers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Patient Transport Officer interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport. You’ll cover topics including understanding medical terminology, providing critical care and first aid and CPR. A Certificate IV in Health Care or a Diploma of Paramedical Science 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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