Advanced Care Paramedic

Manitoulin Sudbury District Services Board; Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands; On-site; CAD 59,594 - 67,474; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Wellness program available to family

Career growth

Diverse and inclusive work culture

Continuing education for staff

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Care Paramedic. The role involves delivering primary and advanced medical care within a specified scope while ensuring patient-centric advocacy. Applicants should have relevant education and experience in paramedicine. The position offers a competitive salary, a wellness program, and opportunities for career growth in an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved paramedic program as defined in legislation by Ontario.
• Registered Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant in Ontario.
• Certification to the level of Advanced Care Paramedic in Ontario.
• Minimum one year experience as a Primary Care Paramedic preferred.
• Physically and psychologically able to perform the full range of duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and advanced medical care within established scope.
• Timely transportation of ill or injured patients between health care facilities.
• Engage in patient-centric advocacy to focus on clients and families.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Active listening

Stress management

Education

Graduate from an approved paramedic program

Registered Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant

Certification as Advanced Care Paramedic

Job description

Full- Time Advanced Care Paramedic

Paramedic Services – Full Time – Manitoulin Service Area

Wages: $43.26 – $48.98 CAD per hour

A completedPre‑Hire Package must be completed and submitted with your resume to be considered as a candidate for this position.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a highly motivated professional to fill Permanent Full-Time Advance Care Paramedic Float Position in the Manitoulin Service Area.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief of Paramedic Services, the Advance Care Paramedic is responsible to provide both primary and advanced medical care, within the established scope of practice, and within the limitations set out by Health Science North Centre for Prehospital Care (HSNCPC), and to provide safe and timely transportation of ill or injured patients to, from or between health care facilities. Additionally, ACP personnel are required to engage in patient‑centric advocacy to ensure a system that focuses on clients, family members and residents of the district. ACP personnel will adhere to all applicable legislation, and organizational policies/directives.

Qualifications and Specific Skills

• Graduate from an approved paramedic program as defined in Legislation by the province of Ontario.
• Registered Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant in the Province of Ontario
• Certification to the level of Advanced Care Paramedic in the Province of Ontario
• Graduate from an approved Advanced Care paramedic program as defined in Legislation by the province of Ontario.
• Qualified to be employed as an Advanced Care Paramedic as per Manitoulin‑Sudbury DSB Policies and all current legislation.
• Hold valid certification authorized by the Medical Director from Health Sciences North Centre for Prehospital Care (HSNCPC) at the minimum level of an Advanced Care Paramedic within the Province of Ontario
• Minimum of one year experience as a Primary Care Paramedic is preferred
• Physically and psychologically able to successfully perform the full range of duties required of Advanced Care Paramedic, in urban, rural and remote geographic settings likely to be encountered in the ACP role.
• Highly motivated, empathetic, able to accept responsibility for essential workplace activities
• Appropriate advocate for patients, exceptional active listening skills, professionalism
• Capacity/resiliency to effectively manage occupational stressors likely to be encountered in the role of a paramedic.
• Effective communication skills for public and interagency speaking.

A complete job description is available upon request.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• A wellness program that is available to spouses and children.
• Career growth
• Diverse and inclusive work culture
• Continuing education for staff

Interested individuals are invited to submit a cover letter and a résumé outlining their education, skills, qualifications, and experience and how they relate to this position and a completedPre‑Hire Package.

Information gathered relative to this position is done in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will only be used for candidate selection. While all responses are appreciated; only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.