Blair Smith

Blair Smith is a seasoned Critical Care Paramedic with over a decade of experience at Hato Hone St John, where responsibilities included clinical triage, mentoring upcoming paramedics, and managing complex clinical issues. Notable achievements include the introduction of the ELK lifting cushion, the organization of the first Restart a Heart Day in Timaru, and active participation in fundraising events. Blair also serves as a Sessional Academic at Australian Catholic University, focusing on innovative teaching methods to enhance paramedicine education. Educational qualifications include a Master of Health Science in Paramedic Practice and several postgraduate certificates in critical care and related fields from Auckland University of Technology, complemented by an undergraduate degree in Emergency Medical Technology from Whitireia Community Polytechnic.