Emergency Medical Technician

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Cut Knife; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a part-time Emergency Medical Technician to respond to emergencies and provide care to individuals in need. This role requires a Primary Care Paramedic Certificate and a Class 4 driver's license. Successful candidates will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to handle high-stress situations effectively. CPR, BLS, and ITLS certifications are also mandatory. This position offers an opportunity to make a difference in the community while being part of a dedicated healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency events.
• Provides assessment, treatment, and transportation of ill or injured persons.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Written Communication Skills

Listening skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic - Computer skills

Education

Primary Care Paramedic Certificate

Tools

Valid Class 4 driver's license

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)

Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)

International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Job description

Position #: 158746

Expected Start Date: To Be Determined

Union: HSAS

Facility: Cut Knife Health Centre

City/Town: Cut Knife

Department: Ambulance - Land

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.67

Hours of Work: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 8 weeks

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

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

Competencies

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

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced during the rotation stipulated when a statutory holiday is recognized during that period