About us

Since 1928, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has delivered vital aeromedical, emergency and primary health care across Australia. Through our Patient Transport Service, we provide non‑emergency patient transport in Victoria and New South Wales, supporting patients with protected, compassionate care as they travel between home, hospitals and specialist clinics—on the ground and in the air.

About the role

Flying Doctor Patient Transport is seeking motivated and caring Patient Transport Officers to join our Metro (Mitcham/Essendon) team. This full‑time role offers flexibility, structured training, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive environment—without the pressures of emergency response work.

Key responsibilities
Perform patient assessment and intervention during road transport
Deliver safe, compassionate care aligned with RFDS clinical guidelines and NEPT regulations
Monitor patients and evaluate responses to treatment en‑route
Work collaboratively with a partner clinician in a team‑based model

Qualifications and experience required
A minimum qualification of Cert III in Non‑Emergency Patient care, Diploma of Nursing, or equivalent. Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic)



students may apply on completion of second year subject units
Experience working in the NEPT sector in an equal role desirable but not essential
Full Victorian Driver Licence
National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and right to work in Australia

Benefits
1:1 staff to patient ratio
Work within a clearly defined scope of practice
Lower‑acuity, less stressful setting than ED or ward‑based roles
Salary packaging, penalties, allowances and EAP support

Vaccinations required
Hepatitis B – 3 doses + serology
Chicken Pox
Measles, Mumps and Rubella
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis
Annual Influenza

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Royal Flying Doctor Service, Victoria, is committed to creating a diverse setting and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of underrepresented backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTQI communities. Please note all applicants require the right to work in Australia.
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📌 Metro Melbourne Patient Transport Officer Full Time
🏢 Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia
📍 Melbourne