Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role:

This is your opportunity to serve with purpose — using your skills as a Paramedic to protect lives, support whānau, and strengthen the wellbeing of our East Coast communities.

Ngāti Porou Oranga is seeking an experienced and dedicated Paramedic to join our Primary Care and Community Health Services team. You will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality clinical assessment, urgent response, and care interventions for people and whānau most at risk of poor health outcomes.

This is a fixed-term, full-time role until June 2026, based across Te Tairāwhiti, with travel required to all East Coast clinics and Te Puia Springs Hospital. Your mahi will be grounded in a kaupapa Māori approach that upholds mana, strengthens whānau wellbeing, and supports equitable health outcomes across our rohe.

Ngā pukenga me ngā wheako - Essential Skills & Experience:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Registration with Te Kaunihera Manapou Paramedic Council.
• Current Annual Practising Certificate (APC) with no restrictions.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (Paramedicine) with Extended Care Paramedic specialisation, or equivalent.
• Proven ability to connect with patients on a personal level, showing genuine empathy.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of clinical governance principles.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create effective working relationships.
• Experience in managing high-risk foot pathologies, including diabetic and vascular complications, wound assessment, treatment, and preventative care.
• High level of cultural competence, including understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Ottawa Charter.
• Commitment to living our organisational values and embedding Ngāti Poroutanga in your practice.

Operating Competencies:

• Full, clean NZ driver licence.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust quickly.
• Flexible, innovative, and open to continuous learning in a changing environment.
• Trustworthy, with a commitment to confidentiality.
• Active participation in performance and development processes aligned to organisational goals.
  

He aha māu - What we offer:

We are committed to supporting the professional and personal growth of our kaimahi. You will have access to:

• EAP & wellbeing services to support your hauora.
• A supportive, friendly environment where people love coming to work.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the health and wellbeing of our whānau and communities.
  

Me pēhea e tono - How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter and CV outlining your motivation for joining Ngāti Porou Oranga and detailing your relevant skills and experience.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, which may include:

• Police vetting & child safety checks
• Oranga Tamariki vetting
• Criminal record & medical checks
• ID verification
• Pre-employment drug & alcohol testing

COVID-19 vaccination is required in line with our policy. Proof of vaccination or participation in a risk assessment process will be required before commencing employment.

To request a copy of the job description or to discuss the role further please email:  careers@tronp.org.nz

Applications close 30 September 2025.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews may be held as applications are received, and the advertising period may close earlier at our discretion.

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