Group
Occupation

442931 Patient Transport Officer

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

442931 Patient Transport Officer

Provides transport services to and from health care facilities for non-emergency patients.

Registration or licensing is required.

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Provides routine and non-emergency transportation of patients to and from health care facilities
  • Transports essential equipment and materials, including wheelchairs and stretchers
  • Provides and administers basic care to non-emergency patients
  • Maintains comprehensive and accurate patient transport records
  • Works with patients, relatives, health professionals, and other emergency service providers to ensure optimal patient care
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