
This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
Explore all careersAn Industrial Medic delivers emergency healthcare at remote work sites, responding to accidents, managing injuries, and coordinating patient transport.
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In Australia, a full time Industrial Medic generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been a strong increase in employment numbers in this sector in recent years. There are currently 19,700 people working in this field in Australia and some of them specialise as an Industrial Medic. Industrial Medics are usually stationed in remote or isolated parts of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as an Industrial Medic interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Health Care. This course will prepare you to respond to a range of medical emergencies and includes a work placement so you can gain real world experience. A Diploma of Paramedical Science would also be appropriate.
An Industrial Medic provides emergency health care at work sites in remote locations. You might be stationed at a mine site, oil rig or other isolated work location. You may respond to industrial accidents or medical emergencies and arrange for patients to be transported to medical facilities for further care. Industrial Medics also manage injuries and minor health issues for workers on site.
Industrial Medics should be good communicators and able to speak with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important that you can make decisions quickly and remain calm in challenging circumstances. Industrial Medics should follow correct procedures and may have to prioritise the needs of multiple patients.