Emergency Medical Technician

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Biggar; On-site; CAD 85,702,000 - 104,794,000; Part time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is seeking a Casual Emergency Medical Services - EMT/PCP at the Biggar & District Health Centre in Biggar. You will respond to emergencies and provide initial assessment and care, ensuring safe transport aligned with regulatory standards.

Required credentials include Primary Care Paramedic, Valid Class 4 license, and BLS/CPR/ITLS certifications. This role supports a dynamic regional EMS team and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Primary Care Paramedic Certificate required.
• Valid Class 4 driver's license required.
• BLS/CPR/ITLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency events as EMT/PCP.
• Provide assessment, treatment, and transportation of ill or injured persons.
• Operate under Saskatchewan Ambulance Act, Regulations and SHA policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Conflict resolution

Verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Listening skills

Education

Primary Care Paramedic Certificate

Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)

International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Job description

Position #: 000209

Union: HSAS

Facility: Biggar & District Health Centre

City/Town: Biggar

Department: Ambulance - Land

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Shift Information: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends, Standby

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Emergency Medical Technician $29.909 to $36.572

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Reporting to the Manager or designate for the area of province they are working, the Emergency Medical Services - EMT/PCP responds to emergency and non-emergency events. and provides assessment, treatment and transportation of the ill or injured persons consistent with The Saskatchewan Ambulance Act and Regulations; Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP) Clinical Practice Protocols; The Paramedics Act and bylaws; and Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) policies, procedures and work standards.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Primary Care Paramedic Certificate from an approved educational institute

Licenses

• Valid Class 4 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)
• International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Competencies

• Interpersonal skills
• Written Communication Skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Verbal communication skills
• Basic - Computer skills
• Listening skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• knowledge of legislation and regulations which governs practice
• Ability to operate emergency vehicles safely and effectively
• Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care
• Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations
• Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
• Demonstrated ability to use sound clinical judgement
• Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking
• Able to safely and consistently lift/load stretcher on a regular basis

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level