Advanced Care Paramedic

Island EMS Inc.; Alberton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading emergency medical service provider in Prince Edward Island is seeking an Advanced Care Paramedic to deliver high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include providing emergency treatment, leading shifts, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates must possess a valid PEI Paramedic License, CPR certification, and a strong commitment to professionalism. This role offers an hourly wage ranging from $32.84 to $42.10.

Qualifications

• Current CPR card required.
• Class 4 Driver's License; must be graduated/unrestricted.
• Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate treatment and transportation for sick and injured individuals.
• Conduct oneself in a professional and discreet manner.
• Lead shifts ensuring safety and quality of ambulance operations.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Leadership

Education

PEI Paramedic License

Diploma/Degree

Valid ACLS certification

Job description

Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians.

With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training.

We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.

As an employee of Medavie Health Services, we are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe and respectful workplace.

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The ACP provides immediate treatment and transportation of sick and injured individuals to appropriate medical facilities. ACPs operate within the knowledge and scope of the Advanced Care practice, as well as provide leadership throughout each shift using specified educational training. The ACP is responsible for decision-making, leadership and safety of the ambulance throughout each shift. ACPs work alongside PCPs and ICPS on a daily basis and provide a reliable and dependable insight throughout emergency medical situations.

Due to the nature of operating in the public eye, a high level of professionalism, communication, and knowledge is always expected. The ACP is required to conduct themselves in a safe and discreet manner, with the responsibility of conduct justification to patients, family members, hospitals staff, management, public agencies, legal court, and more. As an employee of IEMS, you are accountable to our patients, coworkers, and management by supporting all safety-related initiatives, as well as fostering a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe workplace.

Contact us today for a complete list of roles and responsibilities under the ACP scope of practice with IEMS.

Requirements for your application:

• Current Resume and Cover Letter
• Current PEI Paramedic License
• Current CPR card
• Copy of diploma/degree
• Class 4 Driver's License; must be fully graduated/unrestricted
• Driver's abstract; issued within the last 90 days
• Valid ACLS certification
• Valid Driver's course certificate (CEVO); issued within the last 2 years
• Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check; issued within the last 90 days
• Confirmation of HEP. B vaccination
• Maintains ACP status through any mandated continuing medical education
• Additional training and/or education is highly valued

$32.84 - $42.10 hourly as per CUPE 3324 Collective Agreement.

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We would like to thank all candidates for expressing interest. Please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Medavie Health Services is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

Company Overview

Island EMS (IEMS) proudly provides emergency ground ambulance to communities across Prince Edward Island. With our team of professionals, our mission is to identify and meet the changing health care needs of Islanders.

IEMS is responsible for delivering innovative EMS solutions and has been nationally recognized for achieving one of the highest levels of accreditation in Canada’s health care sector. Together, our team focuses on bringing high-quality care to patients when and where they need it through supporting Mobile Mental Health and Mobile Integrated Health programs that improve health outcomes for Islanders.

Thanks for your interest in working on our team! If you experience any technical issues throughout the application process, please email: [e-mail] .