Commander - Clinical Education

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government agency is seeking a Clinical Educator in Whitehorse, Yukon, responsible for planning and delivering educational programs for medical staff. The role involves developing training for new policies and equipment in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess an advanced paramedic certification and experience in educational facilitation. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position offers competitive benefits, contributing to the community's health services while enjoying the vibrant Yukon lifestyle.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Government benefits

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience facilitating educational instruction.
• Experience facilitating Heart and Stroke adult education sessions is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver continuing medical education to YEMS staff.
• Facilitate scenario-based learning opportunities.
• Design and deliver educational components for new equipment and clinical policies.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to work independently as well as with a team

Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Education

Advanced and/or Critical care paramedic registered with a regulatory authority

PNCCT, ITT, NICU, or PICU designation

Job description

This posting will be used to fill 1 term full‑time position working 75 bi‑weekly for 1 year. The posting will also be used for an anticipatory full‑time permanent position. It will establish a 6‑month eligibility list that may be used to fill similar positions.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse, Yukon.

Who we are

The Yukon Emergency Medical Services (YEMS) team delivers a wide scope of pre‑hospital care. We provide medical interventions, treatments, and critical care across Yukon, guided by leadership, dedication, and partnership from the moment we receive a call to when we transfer a patient to a health care facility.

Your role

Working in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, the Yukon EMS Clinical Educator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering continuing medical education to YEMS staff, including remedial education in specific areas. The educator facilitates scenario‑based learning opportunities and designs and delivers educational components required for the introduction of new equipment, clinical policies, and clinical guidelines.

Your benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non‑financial benefits, including the Government of Yukon’s many benefits.

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in many ways. Here, you will find diverse opportunities to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community, vibrant cultural and recreational amenities, and a spectacular natural environment.

Check out

• Yukon Life
• Working at Yukon government

Important application and job requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

Essential qualifications

• Advanced and/or Critical care paramedic registered with a regulatory authority
• Experience facilitating educational instruction
• Experience facilitating Heart and Stroke adult education sessions is an asset
• PNCCT, ITT, NICU, or PICU designation is considered and an asset

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Ability to provide a supportive, flexible approach to educating others
• Ability to work with other professionals to exchange work delivery methods
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills and attention to detail

Conditions of employment

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted: TB screening; RCMP Vulnerable sector check; valid ACP licence or CCP licence from a paramedic governing body in Canada.

Job requirements

Wearing a uniform; work mainly in a classroom or office setting within the Emergency Response Center or Training Centre, but routinely assists at all capacities on emergency calls. May be exposed to encounters with angry public, or to hazardous chemicals and contaminated persons. Training and personal protective equipment are provided.

Learn more

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