Extending the paramedic role in rural Australia: a story of flexibility and innovation

Peter O’Meara, Vianne Tourle, Christine Stirling, Judi Walker, Daryl Pedler · 2012 · Rural and Remote Health

Summary. Rural paramedics in south-eastern Australia are evolving into primary healthcare providers, taking on expanded responsibilities beyond emergency response. The study identifies a Rural Expanded Scope of Practice model where paramedics engage communities, respond to emergencies, provide situated care, and deliver primary healthcare. This integrated approach connects paramedics with other health agencies to improve patient outcomes and community health in small rural areas.

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  title   = {Extending the paramedic role in rural Australia: a story of flexibility and innovation},
  author  = {Peter O’Meara and Vianne Tourle and Christine Stirling and Judi Walker and Daryl Pedler},
  journal = {Rural and Remote Health},
  year    = {2012},
  doi     = {10.22605/rrh1978},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.22605/rrh1978}
}

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DOI

10.22605/rrh1978

Countries

Australia

Regions

Oceania

Categories

rural-healthcare, innovation-theory

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2026-04-28