Contract: Fixed-term October 3rd 2026 to April 2027 (possibility to extend)
The organisation
St John Ambulance PNG is seeking experienced and adaptable Advanced Paramedics to join their team.
This unique role supports Australian personnel deployed to PNG while contributing to the development of local ambulance services. You will deliver advanced pre-hospital care in remote and resource-limited environments while working alongside local ambulance officers and clinicians.
Paramedics operate in a 24/7 on‑call workplace and may be deployed to locations such as Lae, Kokopo, Mt Hagen, or Port Moresby. This position offers a rare opportunity to combine clinical practice, international development, mentoring, and operational paramedicine while making a meaningful contribution to emergency healthcare in the region.
The opportunity
- Delivering advanced pre-hospital care in remote and operational environments
- Providing medical support to Australian personnel deployed in PNG
- Working collaboratively with local ambulance officers and healthcare teams
- Supporting clinical leadership, mentorship, and capacity‑building initiatives
- Operating independently in a challenging and rewarding international setting
What is Provided
- Competitive salary package
- Accommodation and flights provided
- Vehicle provided
- Mobile phone and internet
- 8 weeks of annual leave per year FTE
- CPD reimbursement
- Regional deployment allowances
- Opportunity to contribute to international health development
We’re Looking for Paramedics Who Are
- Clinically confident and capable of working independently
- Adaptable and resilient in remote or resource‑limited environments
- Passionate about global health and development work
- Professional, culturally respectful, and team‑oriented
- Interested in mentoring and supporting local staff
- Comfortable working on‑call in challenging environments
Essential Requirements
- Current AHPRA registration as a Paramedic
- Minimum three years’ post‑graduate experience as a Qualified Paramedic with a CAA‑registered service within the last 5 years
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in complex environments
- Willingness to commit to a minimum deployment until April 2027 with potential to extend
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