Industrial Paramedic Job Port Pirie
Nyrstar is a leading global multi-metals company seeking an Industrial Paramedic to provide emergency response, first aid treatment, occupational health, and health promotion.
The successful candidate will be part of a 24/7 roster, responding to onsite medical emergencies, including trauma, cardiac issues, and psychological disorders.
The role involves coordinating transport from emergency scenes, conducting drug and alcohol screenings and blood testing for lead levels, administering medication, immunizations, and flu vaccinations.
The Industrial Paramedic will also assess, treat, report, and manage work and non-work-related injuries and illnesses, operate medication administration devices, document and notify site management of all onsite injuries or incidents.
Key responsibilities include developing professional relationships with onsite clinical teams, management, workers, and other medical service providers.
Maintaining required certification standards, including annual ALS reaccreditation, and following Nyrstar protocols and processes are essential aspects of the role.
The ideal candidate will possess a university degree in Paramedicine/Paramedical Science with a minimum of 3 years ambulance, industrial, or mine site experience or Diploma in Applied Science (Ambulance Studies) from TAFE SA or other recognized qualifications.
A current Driver's License, competence in onsite emergency response, including Breathing Apparatus, Fire Suppression, Hazmat, Rope Rescue, Vehicle Extrication, Confined Space Rescue, and Road Crash Rescue, is highly desirable.
The ability to work autonomously, demonstrate initiative, and possess highly effective communication and interpersonal skills is crucial for success in this role.
* Responsibilities:
* Respond to onsite medical emergencies
* Coordinate transport from emergency scenes
* Conduct drug and alcohol screenings and blood testing
* Administer medication, immunizations, and flu vaccinations
* Assess, treat, report, and manage work and non-work-related injuries and illnesses
* Operate medication administration devices
* Document and notify site management of all onsite injuries or incidents
* Develop professional relationships with onsite clinical teams
* Maintain required certification standards
* Follow Nyrstar protocols and processes
Requirements:
* University degree in Paramedicine/Paramedical Science or Diploma in Applied Science (Ambulance Studies)
* Minimum 3 years ambulance, industrial, or mine site experience
* Current Driver's License
* Competence in onsite emergency response
* Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative
* Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills
What We Offer:
An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team, working in a challenging and rewarding environment.
A competitive salary package, along with opportunities for professional development and growth.