Emergency medical technician (EMT)

Also known as

Paramedical aide, patient transport officer, event medic, ambulance officer, emergency medical assistant

AUT programmes

• Paramedicine Major - Bachelor of Health Science

Work environment

• Usually work long shifts, including nights and weekends and may work part time
• Usually work in ambulances, air ambulances and helicopters, and travel locally and nationally
• May work in all weather conditions
• May do emotionally demanding work
• Need to work well under pressure, communicate well and be safety conscious

Typical tasks

• Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments
• Analyse patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals
• Maintain medical or professional knowledge
• Sterilise medical equipment or instruments
• Drive vehicles to transport individuals or equipment
• Maintain medical equipment or instruments
• Record patient medical histories
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
• Collaborate with health care professionals to plan or provide treatment
• Treat medical emergencies

Salary information

Tips from AUT graduates

Professional registration

Paramedic Council

info@paramediccouncil.org.nz

04 381 9080

https://www.paramediccouncil.org.nz/

Outlook

What employers and industry want in graduates

Further study options