Emergency Medical Technician

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

Job summary

A regional health authority in Saskatchewan is seeking a dedicated part-time Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic. The role involves responding to various emergency situations, providing care and transportation for patients, and requires registration with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at the PCP/EMT level. Candidates should possess essential skills in communication and decision-making, along with necessary certifications. This position offers a salary range of $29.909 to $36.572 per hour, reflecting the important work in health services.

Qualifications

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level.
• Valid Class 4 driver's license.
• Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency events.
• Provide assessment, treatment, and transportation of the ill or injured.
• Operate emergency vehicles safely and effectively.

Skills

Listening skills

Interpersonal skills

Written Communication Skills

Verbal communication skills

Basic computer skills

Decision-making

Education

Primary Care Paramedic diploma

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS)

Current CPR certification

International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Job description

• Position #: 195136
• Union: HSAS
• Facility: Kyle Health Centre
• City/Town: Kyle
• Department: Ambulance - Land
• Type: Part-time regular
• FTE: 0.75
• Shift Information: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends, Standby
• Hours of Work: 112 hours per 4 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
• Human Resources Exemption: 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.

Education

• Primary Care Paramedic diploma (PCP)

Licenses

• Valid Class 4 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS)
• Current CPR certification
• International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Competencies

• Listening skills
• Basic - Interpersonal skills
• Written Communication Skills
• Verbal communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations
• Conflict resolution skills to effectively handle difficult issues
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Ability to operate emergency vehicles safely and effectively
• Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking
• Able to safely and consistently lift/load stretcher on a regular basis
• Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System.
• Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
• Ability to exhibit situational awareness
• Ability to be resilient
• Knowledge of EMS Practitioners legislation/protocols/scope of practice

Other Information

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