About the Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT

We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.

Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au


About this Opportunity

Reporting directly to our Operations Manager, Ambulance Services, as our newest Ambulance Transport Officer, you will form a vital part of our end-to-end transport for our non-emergency patients– ensuring safe patient transport. You will transport, via road ambulance, non-emergency patients, healthcare personnel and speciality medical equipment between the RFDS Alice Springs Base facility and Alice Springs hospital.


About You

You are:

A strong communicator – you pride yourself on your ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people.

Highly organised with established time management and task prioritisation capabilities.

A self-starter who is reliable, responsive and calm in stressful situations.

Passionate about aligning to the RFDS values of Care, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation.

A safe and conscientious driver with an impeccable driving history.


To be considered for the role you require:

A full and valid driver’s licence issued from an Australian state or territory.

HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid

HLTAID009 – Provide CPR 


Our Benefits

The RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. In addition, we also offer:

Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:

packaging up to $15, 899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills

packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card.

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Reward and Recognition Program

Employee Values Awards

Opportunity to explore different shift configurations

Comprehensive orientation program for new starters


Further Information

To access the position description, click here.

For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Nicola Medlycott, Operations Manager, Ambulance Services via 0498 483 307. 

Applications close at 11:59pm on 3 October 2025.

Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible! The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.