Accelerated Primary Care Paramedic

Grey County; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Grey County is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Paramedic to join their team. This year-round position requires Base Hospital Certification and involves responding to emergency calls, patient assessment, and vehicle maintenance. The role offers competitive wages and a supportive work environment focused on employee development and community service.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Attractive total compensation package

Support for learning and continuous development

Career progression opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Base Hospital Certified in Ontario.
• Valid Class 'F' driver's license or equivalent.
• C.P.R. certificate and all mandatory credentials.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls and provides patient assessment.
• Inspects ambulance vehicles for roadworthiness and maintains cleanliness.
• Completes required patient and administrative documentation.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Emergency Response

Vehicle Control

Education

Base Hospital Certification

Valid Class 'F' Driver's License

C.P.R. Certificate

Job description

This is a year-round posting for Paramedics looking to join Grey County who are already Base Hospital Certified in Ontario.

All inquiries can be directed to [e-mail]

Next Orientation : TBD

For more information and all required forms please review : Grey County Paramedic Services Recruitment Guide 2024 & Medical.pdf

Submissions will be reviewed regularly.

Join us and help make a difference! At Grey County we work together to deliver essential public services that meet the needs of our communities. Grey County isn't just a great place to live; it's also a great place to work!

We are proud to offer competitive wages and an attractive total compensation package. We support learning and continuous employee development, and champion career progression for our employees. We value work-life balance, so you can make the most of your career at Grey County, while making the most of your life in Grey County!

Apply now to join our team!

Purpose

Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) - holds all the current legislative and regulatory qualifications and requirements to perform his / her duties in a professional and responsible manner. This includes but is not limited to Defibrillation and Symptom relief certification under the authority of a Base Hospital Medical Director of the Grey Bruce Huron Paramedic Base Hospital Program, a valid and subsisting Class “F” driver's license or equivalent, valid C.P.R. certificate, and all other mandatory credentials required.

The PCP has the interchangeable role of driver and attendant, who provides effective assessment, treatment, and transportation of patients to medical and / or any other facility. This is accomplished with respect for the patient(s) needs and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Reporting for duty on time and ready to respond to emergency calls at the beginning and throughout his / her scheduled shift.
• Performs the necessary duties and actions that ensure public safety, and at the same time promotes the safety of others.
• Vehicle Control and Maintenance

Inspects ambulance vehicle(s) for roadworthiness, inventory (according to schedule of ambulance supplies and equipment), cleanliness, defects, serviceability, and ensuring their safe and secure storage.

• Utilizes the ambulance vehicles and emergency (rapid) response units only for the purpose of providing ambulance services.
• Completes vehicle check sheet(s) as determined by Grey County EMS.
• Reports immediately each movement of an ambulance or E.(R).R.V. to the communication service, including when vehicles are removed from service for maintenance or repair.
• When safe to do so, responds in heavy traffic and in all weather conditions, to emergency and non-emergency calls as per the rules and regulations of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, MOHLTC Emergency Health Services Branch and the Grey County EMS.
• Utilizes emergency warning devices as per procedure adopted by MOHLTC Emergency Health Services and the Grey County EMS.
• Employees are required to operate an ambulance vehicle or emergency response vehicle in a safe and professional manner.
• Employees are required to wear seatbelts during the provision of ambulance service, unless otherwise contraindicated by the appropriate documentation by a licensed physician.
• Patient Assessment

Accesses scene for hazards.

• Assesses patient condition through physical assessment.
• Establishes priority of treatment in multiple patient situations.
• Monitors and observes patient(s) condition(s) at all times.
• Treatment and transport of patients

Performs functions in accordance with the needs of the patient and in accordance with the Paramedic’s qualifications and scope of practice, ensuring patient’s safety, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.

• Receives directions and instructions from medical authority in respect to appropriate patient care and treatment.
• The assigned driver of an ambulance or E.(R.)R.V. shall transport a patient(s) to a facility, as directed by the communications officer.
• Transfers patient to & from the ambulance in a safe manner.
• Continues and sustains patient care while en route to destination(s).
• Copes with unusual situations and employs light rescue techniques when required.
• Ensures that patients & passengers transported in an ambulance are properly restrained and transported in a safe manner.
• Ensures that patients are properly secured to the stretcher and that the stretcher is properly secured in the ambulance.
• Transfers of Patient Responsibilities

Upon arrival at a medical facility, nursing home, or any other destination, transfers patients safely.

• Obtains relevant and complete patient history from facility staff.
• Provides patient history and case information.
• Ensures responsibility for the patient is transferred to / from facility staff.
• Ensures that the patient care compartment and any equipment used will be cleaned, as required.
• Documentation

Completes required patient and administrative documentation and forms ensuring safekeeping of patient records.

• Provides current copies of personnel file documentation as required by the Ontario Ambulance Act and Regulation 257 / 00.
• Team Functions

Effectively communicates with other team members (i.e. Paramedics, police, fire, communications officers, and other allied agencies).

• Other Related Responsibilities

Performs housekeeping duties and general maintenance to stations and grounds.

• Cleans all equipment after each call and restocks vehicle with appropriate supplies.
• While on duty has in their possession, the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care ID card.
• Any other duties as deemed necessary by the Grey County Emergency Medical Services.
• Occupational Health and Safety

Performs all duties and tasks in a manner which ensures the safety of self and others.

• Ensures ambulance / ERV and station premises are safe and clean.

EDUCATION

• Students – As Preceptors, provide education and experience for Paramedic students involved in field placements.
• Staff Development – participates in training programs, practice sessions, and any other staff education when available.
• Maintains qualifications in symptom relief and semi-automatic defibrillation.

Grey County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and promotes a culture of respect where all team members are valued for their unique talents, knowledge, and lived experiences.

Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are encouraged to outline accommodation needs when submitting their application.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Based on the nature of the position, pre-employment screening may be required including but not limited to; Criminal Record Searches, Financial Credit Inquiries; Educational and Credential Verification; Drivers Abstracts; Drug / Alcohol Testing; Pre-Medical Testing and Investigative Employment References.

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