Emergency Medical Assistant

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

Are you a first responder currently enrolled in or undertaking the NZDAP (New Zealand Diploma in Ambulance Practice) We are looking for Emergency Medical Assistants (EMAs) who are on the EMT pathway to join our dedicated team in Hawkes Bay!

We have permanent opportunities available for EMAs with the goal to transition into an EMT role once youve passed your EMT CAD.

If youre passionate about providing exceptional care and advancing your career in emergency medical services wed love to hear from you!

Qualifications :

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A current St John Authority to Practice at First Responder
• A current enrollment and undertaking the New Zealand Diploma in Ambulance Practice
• Ability to pass EMT CAD within a reasonable timeframe
• Excellent operational and clinical performance to date
• Excellent driving record
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus
• A genuine commitment to the wellbeing of others
• The ability to work under pressure
• Evidence of CCE
• New Zealand citizenship permanent residency or work visa
• Demonstrated behaviours that align with Hato Hone St Johns core values - Do the right thing (Mahi Tika) Side by Side (Tū Tahi) Straight Up (Mahi Pono) Make it better (Whakapai Ake) Open Minds (Whakaaro Nui)

Additional Information :

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click Im interested before applications close on Monday 6 April 2026.

For further information please contact Jade McInerney Senior Recruitment Advisor onExt: 9970 or for a confidential discussion.

Please note: all appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks including but not limited to physical assessment and health check. For clinical operations roles where you are required to drive you will be required to meet Hato Hone St John medical standards - Please click to review medical standards.

At Hato Hone St John we embrace diversity welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities and were committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

E pōhiritia nei e mātou te whānau o Hato Hone St John ngā rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou kia mahi haumaru ai.

If you need accommodations for accessibility please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesnt match the job description perfectly. If youre excited and think you have what it takes we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesnt align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time