Emergency Medical Technician

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Regina; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority's Emergency Medical Services unit in Regina is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic for a full-time temporary position. You will respond to emergent and non-emergent calls, performing initial assessment and transport at the basic life support level.

The role requires Grade 12 and a PCP paramedic certificate, AED/ITLS/EMT PCP licensure, and the ability to work rotating days, nights, evenings and weekends in Regina.

Qualifications

• The candidate must hold Grade 12 and a Primary Care Paramedic certificate from an approved program.
• Licensure as an EMT/PCP with appropriate certifications is required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergent and non-emergent calls for service.
• Provide initial assessment, treatment and transport at the BLS level.

Skills

Listening skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12

Primary Care Paramedic Certificate

Job description

Position #: V44266

Expected Start Date: November 09, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Emergence Medical Services - Regina

City/Town: Regina

Department: Ambulance - Land

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: October 30, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends

Number of Hours per Rotation: 149.36hours 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

The Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic is responsible for responding to emergent and non-emergent calls for service; provides initial assessment, treatment and transport of ill or injured persons at the basic life support level. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS membersin accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Education

• Grade 12
• Primary Care Paramedic Certificate from an approved educational institute

Licenses

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

Other Education and Training

• Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)

Competencies

• Listening skills
• Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

• Be physically fit and able to perform duties as outlined
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level