Emergency Medical Technician

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Maple Creek; On-site; CAD 41,202 - 50,381; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare authority in Saskatchewan is seeking a part-time Emergency Medical Technician - Primary Care Paramedic. The role involves responding to EMS calls, providing assessment and treatment, and adhering to the Saskatchewan Health Authority's standards. Applicants must have a Primary Care Paramedic diploma and relevant certifications such as CPR and AED. Located in Maple Creek, the job requires excellent conflict resolution and interpersonal skills, suitable for individuals who can work independently in high-stress situations.

Qualifications

• Primary Care Paramedic diploma (PCP) required.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) mandatory.
• Proven conflict resolution and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergent and non-emergent EMS calls for service.
• Provide initial assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transport of patients.
• Adhere to all relevant policies and regulations.

Skills

Conflict resolution skills

Listening skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Primary Care Paramedic diploma (PCP)

Tools

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)

Automated External Defibrillator Certificate (AED)

Valid Class 4 driver's license

International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Registered Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic (EMT/PCP)

Job description

Position #: 195291

Expected Start Date: May 03, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Southwest Integrated Health Facility

City/Town: Maple Creek

Department: Ambulance - Land

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: November 01, 2027

FTE: 0.67

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

Number of Hours per Rotation: 149.36 hours per 4 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: EMS Hours

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 Southwest EMS Operations Manager the Emergency Medical Technician - Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) is responsible for responding to emergent and non-emergent EMS calls for service; and for providing initial assessment, treatment, stabilization and transport of ill or injured persons at the Basic Life Support level. The PCP will provide care with strict adherence to: Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) core values, policies, and work standards; Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP) Paramedic Clinical Practice Protocols; The Paramedics Act and SCoP Regulatory and Administrative Bylaws; and The Saskatchewan Ambulance Act and Regulations. Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.

Education

• Primary Care Paramedic diploma (PCP)

Licenses

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)
• Automated External Defibrillator Certificate (AED)
• Valid Class 4 driver's license
• International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)
• Registered Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic (EMT/PCP)

Competencies

• Intermediate - Conflict resolution skills
• Advanced - Listening skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Positive approach to deal with challenging situations with empathy and sincerity
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
• Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
• Knowledge of EMS Practitioners legislation/protocols/scope of practice
• Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking
• Decision making through the application of clinical, legal & ethical practice
• Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System.
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.

Other Information

• Maple Creek is located approximately 138 km west of Swift Current
• Computer skills, where required
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• Standard Hours
• 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.