About LifeFlightLifeFlight Australia is a leading aeromedical organisation dedicated to saving lives through rapid response medical services. Operating a fleet of helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, LifeFlight delivers critical care and emergency retrievals across Queensland and beyond. In addition to its lifesaving missions, LifeFlight runs a world-class training academy, equipping aviation and medical professionals with the skills needed for high-pressure environments. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care and make a real difference in the communities we serve.
About the RoleA LifeFlight Jet Air Ambulance Flight Nurse provides expert nursing care for critically ill or injured patients as part of a Flight Medical Officer/Flight Nurse retrieval team, primarily during Jet Air Ambulance international retrievals and Aeromedical retrievals across Queensland.
The team: Join our Townsville team on a part-time basis (0.50 FTE) to deliver life-saving medical services on high-speed air evacuations, ensuring patients receive top-tier emergency care during transport. You would be required to commit to an on-call roster for seven days, 24 hours per day, in a four-week period.
Work in a Dynamic, High-Pressure Environment: You will ensure provision of the highest standard of clinical retrieval services on a 24/7/52 basis in collaboration with a team of highly skilled Doctors, Paramedics and Pilots to stabilise and monitor patients during air travel.
Cutting-Edge Equipment & Advanced Training: Gain experience using state-of-the-art medical equipment in an air ambulance setting, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialised training in aeromedical care.
Induction training: You will need to be available to join us on 26 of January 2025 for a four (4) day mandatory clinical induction training program, held at the state-of-the-art LifeFlight Training Academy (LTA). The roster would commence from 3 February 2025.
About YouTo be successful in this role, you will need over 5 years of nursing experience in emergency medicine or critical care, a relevant post-graduate qualification, and certifications in Advanced Life Support (ALS), Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and NeoResus. Additionally, you must be physically fit, available for 24-hour on-call shifts, hold current AHPRA registration, and meet specific aviation and safety training requirements, including the ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
Why LifeFlight?Meaningful Impact: Working with LifeFlight Australia provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives. The organisation is dedicated to saving lives, delivering critical care services, and responding to emergencies. Employees can take pride in contributing to a mission-driven organisation focused on making a positive difference in the community.
Collaboration & Support: At LifeFlight, we are committed to fostering a culture of camaraderie and teamwork. Our aeromedical operations thrive on the close collaboration between medical professionals, pilots, and support staff, all working together in high-pressure environments. We value a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals can rely on one another, creating a strong sense of purpose and unity.
Salary Packaging Options: As an employee of LifeFlight, you can benefit from salary packaging, allowing you to allocate up to $15,900 per Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) year towards general living expenses. This includes covering various everyday costs like groceries, petrol, mortgage, rent, and school fees, providing you with added financial flexibility and support.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing organisation that is dedicated to saving lives and serving the community. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experiences, we would love to hear from you today.
Eligible candidates will need to be fully vaccinated against MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Varicella, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, undergo background checks including a national police check and required to hold or to obtain a Working with Children Blue Card (Queensland). The successful candidate will need to hold or obtain a Passport, for International Retrievals.
Applications will be reviewed as submitted and we will be conducting interviews throughout the process. Applications close on Sunday, 15 December 2024 at 5pm AEST.
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