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Making the move to WFA

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Welcome to Wellington Free Ambulance

We understand that considering a relocation is a huge commitment.
To help you understand the possibility, the promise and the positives of making this move, we've compiled a bit about us, our city and our culture to help with your decision-making. 

The people, the place, the culture

Wellington is the capital city of Aotearoa, New Zealand and is the central city for the region of Wellington Free Ambulance.   It is known for its connection to Weta Workshop and Lord of the Rings, the coffee capital of the country with green hills and a sparkling harbour. 

The home to the nations Parliament, Wellington is culturally diverse, known for creativity and the art scene and connection to the great outdoors.   

On the doorstep of the Wairarapa where you can tramp, fish, surf and enjoy award winning vineyards - there really is so much to enjoy about this little slice of perfection. Find out more here. 

Boutique service with a family feel

Wellington Free Ambulance has been described as having a boutique feel due to the very specific region we serve.   The population base that Wellington Free provides support to is around 500,000 people.  

This enables us to be nimble and responsive to new ideas, technology and ways of working.  We are innovative and supportive of collaboration and learning. 

We are committed to supporting international recruitment through our People and Culture and Education team and provide individualized support to any candidate joining our crew from overseas. 

Some of the ways we will support you if joining us from off shore: 

  • Financial support for the Visa application process (you'll still need to pay for your actual Visa) 
  • Individualised support and advice around relocation
  • Financial contribution towards relocation costs 
  • Support with registering with the Paramedic Council

Don't delay - apply today!

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Your Rights

As our patient, and under the Health and Disability Commissioner’s Code of Rights, you have the right to:

  • Be treated with respect
  • Be fully informed
  • Freedom from discrimination, coercion, harassment and exploitation
  • dignity and independence
  • Services of an appropriate standard
  • Effective communication
  • Be fully informed
  • Make an informed choice and give informed consent
  • Support
  • Respect of teaching or research
  • Complain

If we don’t respect these, let us know and we’ll do everything we can to put it right.

Support in the process

If you need support or help with making a complaint, you can contact the office of the Health and Disability Commissioner and ask for an advocate.

www.hdc.org.nz
0800 555 050

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Address: 19 Davis Street, Thorndon 6011
Postal address: PO Box 601, Wellington 6140
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