Ambulance Readiness Technician

Job Summary

In accordance with the Purpose, Vision, Values, and Coast Salish Teachings, and strategic directions of BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS), safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at BCEHS. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor and Manager, Logistics and Projects, the Ambulance Readiness Technician (ART) is responsible for sanitizing and processing critical medical equipment, restocking supplies on vehicles, performing and documenting vehicle checks, receiving of goods, maintaining stockroom and work areas, and jockeying fleet to and from service centers and throughout the province when needed to maximize BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) resource availability. Ensure appropriate quality assurance and improvement for related items, in accordance with BCEHS policies and procedures, prior to and/or during vehicle assignment to shifts.

This position is required to work rotating shifts and some overnight travel. Must have the physical ability to perform all functions required to clean, sanitize, and stock ambulances which includes proper PPE use and ability to lift 40kgs.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

Grade 10 plus one year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

Valid Class 5 vehicle license REQUIRED.

• Ability to communicate and deal effectively with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.