Employer: Talent Pooling

Work Global Canada Inc.; Newfoundland and Labrador; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Advanced Care Paramedic to provide independent advanced medical care in pre-hospital settings. This role involves responding to emergencies, conducting thorough assessments, and executing a range of advanced interventions. The position demands physical strength and the ability to operate in challenging environments, ensuring optimal patient care. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for emergency medical services and possess the necessary qualifications, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited ACP program is mandatory.
• Experience as an ACP with a minimum of two years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced medical care and interventions at emergency scenes.
• Operate ambulances and conduct physical examinations.

Skills

Advanced Medical Care

Patient Assessment

Emergency Response

Physical Strength

Education

Accredited Advanced Care Paramedic Program

Tools

Ambulance Operations

Medical Equipment

Job description

The Advanced Care Paramedic performs independent advanced medical care and intervention to patients at pre-hospital scene settings. This includes operating ambulances in responding to emergencies and routine calls; conducting physical examinations; performing comprehensive assessments and tests; interpreting a variety of tests and procedures; initiating a variety of advanced interventions; and performing other related duties as required. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed through observation, examination of records and reports and the presence or absence of valid complaints. Advanced Care Paramedics report directly to the Operations Supervisors.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):

1. Regularly moves, lifts, or carries patients or equipment ranging from 10 to 50 pounds and occasionally in excess of 100 lbs. in challenging environments which are not always conducive to proper ergonomics. Position is rated heavy to very heavy.
2. Constantly bending, stretching, kneeling or pushing/pulling of stretchers (which require up to 35 lbs. of push/pull force or greater per employee as the terrain and weather conditions; sometimes in small and cramped spaces).
3. Visual concentration or alertness is required and there is frequent time pressures in the pre-hospital emergency setting.
4. Lack of control over work pace occurs due to unpredictable situations and/or call volume.

Job Qualifications

1. Completion of an Accredited Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) Program from Canadian Medical Association is required.
2. Current registration with the Provincial Medical Oversight Program as an ACP at the time of commencing employment.
3. Possession of a valid Class 4 Driver’s License as issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
4. Experience as an ACP is required. A minimum of two years is preferred.
5. Pre-employment Physical Capabilities test and medical is required.
6. A satisfactory record of work performance is required.