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SA Ambulance Service, Multiple Country Locations 

• Experienced Paramedic Salary: $81,067.00 - $97,613.00 p.a. (PAR 2.1-2.6)
• + Rolled in Rate: 36% - 55.703% (location dependent)
• Full Time / Term Contract / Ongoing
• Commencing November 2025

Are you an Experienced Paramedic ready for your next big move?

SA Ambulance Service (SAAS) is seeking skilled and passionate Paramedics looking to take the next step in their career – and their lifestyle – by joining one of our welcoming regional teams in South Australia.

Whether you're after professional growth, a better work-life balance, or the chance to be part of a close-knit community, rural paramedic work may be ideal for you. You'll gain invaluable experience across a broad scope of practice, develop lasting connections with your community, and enjoy the beauty of country living.

SAAS are currently recruiting to the following locations:

• Bordertown
• Ceduna
• Coober Pedy
• Mount Gambier
• Wallaroo
• Port Pirie

As a Paramedic with SAAS, you will provide a high standard of patient care to the community and deliver ‘Patient First’ pre-hospital care.

If you're ready to make a real difference while enjoying the benefits of regional life, apply now!

Relocation Support

Moving from interstate, overseas, or returning to South Australia? You may be eligible to receive up to $13,000 as part of the SA Health’s Regional Incentive Program. This will cover the cost of travel, short-term accommodation, relocation costs and other expenses.

For more information, visit the SA Health Careers page.

Regional Incentive Payment

SAAS offers a Regional Incentive Payment for Paramedics based in country locations. In your first year, you could receive an additional allowance between $1,257 and $2,793, depending on your location. This payment increases each year you remain in a regional role.

Government Employee Housing

Eligible SAAS staff can apply to access the Government Employee Housing program for housing located 100km outside of the Adelaide CBD.

Details on how to apply can be found on the Frequently Asked Questions page.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for Experienced Paramedic positions within SAAS, you will need to meet the following requirements:

• Be a permanent resident or Citizen of Australia or New Zealand or hold full rights to work in Australia (no visa sponsorship will be provided by SAAS)
• Must be registered with AHPRA in the Paramedicine profession
• Have successfully completed a Paramedic Internship or equivalent work history
• Have experience as a practicing Paramedic relevant to the role
• Hold or be willing to obtain a current National Police Clearance (Unsupervised Contact with Vulnerable Groups) and South Australian Working with Children Check
• Hold a current unrestricted Driver’s Licence valid in South Australia (license must meet SA driving requirements - i.e., class C)

As part of the selection process, applicants must meet the required Pre-Employment Medical and Functional Assessment activities and assessments, and immunisation requirements ensuring compliance with SA Health Care Worker Immunisation and Screening Requirements.

Salary Packaging with Smart

As an employee of SA Ambulance Service, you may be eligible to salary package a range of living expenses. Visit https://sagov.smart.com.au/  for more information.

Enquiries: Email the SA Ambulance Service Recruitment Team at healthsaasrecruitment@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: Sunday 22 June 2025 @ 11:55pm

 Role Description - Paramedic [PAR2] - Country Operations - Multiple Positions V11.pdf

 SAAS Experienced Paramedic - Frequently Asked Questions.pdf