Mr Allen Elliott

Biography

Paramedic, educator and researcher whose work focuses on the environment, sustainability in healthcare, adventure medicine and practical solutions that improve environmental and health outcomes.

Research

My research is informed by a pragmatic paradigm, focusing on real-world problems and generating evidence that can be translated into meaningful organisational and community outcomes. Drawing on extensive experience in frontline healthcare, leadership and education. My research philosophy emphasises collaboration between industry and academia, ensuring findings are relevant, actionable and capable of informing "Real world" practice.

I am currently undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy investigating waste management practices within Ambulance Services. My research aims to explores healthcare waste segregation, disposal systems and environmental attitudes and behaviours among ambulance personnel, with the goal of identifying opportunities to reduce waste-related emissions and support healthcare decarbonisation. My broader interests include environmental sustainability, organisational behaviour change and climate-conscious healthcare systems.

Teaching

My teaching philosophy centres on connecting academic learning with authentic operational practice. I encourage students to develop critical thinking, adaptability and evidence-informed decision-making skills that prepare them for the dynamic and often unpredictable nature of paramedicine.

As an Associate Lecturer at Queensland University of Technology, I teach within programs, with particular interests in environmental emergencies, major incident management and adventure medicine. I draw upon frontline paramedic experience, leadership roles and international experience as wilderness medic to provide students with practical insights into emergency prehospital care.

Career

I am a paramedic, educator and researcher with more than 17 years of experience in the Queensland Ambulance Service. I hold a Bachelor of Clinical Science from Griffith University and am currently undertaking doctoral studies at Queensland University of Technology. My career has spanned frontline emergency healthcare, clinical supervision, workforce development, higher education and sustainability leadership. Alongside my Australian practice, I have worked internationally in remote and challenging environments, including expedition and adventure medicine roles in Papua New Guinea and wildlife conservation settings in Borneo.

Career highlights

• Associate Lecturer, Queensland University of Technology.
• Doctoral researcher investigating environmental sustainability in health
• More than 17 years' experience with the Queensland Ambulance Service.
• Metro North Sustainability team leader, Queensland Ambulance Service.
• Expedition and adventure medic in remote regions of Papua New Guinea.
• Orangutan rehabilitation and wildlife conservation programs in Borneo.
• Educator and clinical supervisor within Queensland ambulance.
• Educator for the development of future healthcare professionals.
• Lecturer in environmental emergencies and major incident management.
• Advocate for sustainable and resilient healthcare systems.