Laboratory Technician (Simulation) - Paramedic Program

CEGEP - John Abbott College; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

John Abbott College is seeking a Laboratory Technician – Paramedic Care to support Paramedic Care courses with technical lab setup, equipment operation and student supervision. The role includes organizing lab facilities, managing inventory, and ensuring asepsis standards are met during demonstrations and practical sessions.

The incumbent will also assist in simulation activities, train staff on equipment, and coordinate with faculty for scenario-based learning, including AV and software

Qualifications

• Have a college diploma in the appropriate specialty (Pre-Hospital Emergency Care; Paramedic Care; Soins préhospitaliers d’urgence) or a diploma or an attestation of studies that is recognized as equivalent by the competent authority.
• Knowledge of clinical health care environment - i.e., paramedical, hospital, and pre-hospital setting.
• Strong computer skills related to hardware, databases, web and network.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Paramedic Care courses as assigned per semester.
• Demonstrate use of equipment and supervise students in lab facilities and during demonstrations.
• Assist in lab planning, scheduling and development of facilities.
• Set up and maintain lab equipment and supplies for each scheduled lab.
• Calibrate, repair and maintain equipment according to asepsis standards.
• Organize simulation labs, including AV and software needs, and support faculty in simulation scenarios.

Skills

Autonomous

Team player

Strong computer skills

Education

College diploma in Paramedic Care or equivalent

Tools

Lab equipment operation

Simulation equipment

Job description

Reference: S-251494-67

Deadline to apply: October 01, 2026 11:59 PM EDT

IMPORTANT: Temporary part-time until December 2026 Wednesdays 8:00am-2:00pm, 3:00pm-6:00pm and Fridays 8:00am-2:00pm

JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the DEAN of THE PARAMEDICS PROGRAM, the Laboratory Technician – Paramedic Care will manage and participate in the assembly and control of material for laboratory work and classroom demonstrations as specified by department faculty. They will also assist the faculty in the preparation and presentation of same in the laboratory and classroom as required. furthermore, the incumbent will obtain bids, organize purchases, and expedite equipment and supplies for the department.

General

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assures technical support for Paramedic Care courses as assigned per semester.
• Demonstrates use of equipment, assists, and supervises students using lab facilities and in the application of care methods during designated laboratories.
• Assists the department in lab planning, scheduling and development of facilities.
• Participates in the formative evaluation of students.
• Supervises the methods of care through exercises, situations, etc., during free practices.
• Prepares, sets up, and reorganizes equipment and supplies for each scheduled lab.
• Operates, maintains and insures correct use of lab instruments and equipment.
• Cleans and maintains lab equipment in working order – arrange for repairs or replacements as needed.
• Ensures the availability of equipment according to the reservation lists and notifies the chairpersons of the department of the presence of scheduling conflicts.
• Ensures follow-up and updating of the reservation lists for the material required by teachers for recurring training.
• Prepares the equipment and collaborates in the organization of its transport when training takes place outdoors.
• Participates in the choice of specialized equipment, apparatus, tools, machines and laboratory instruments; assembles, where appropriate, ensures their operation and rational use and adapts them to specific needs.
• Assists in training laboratory personnel.
• Sets up computer, VR, and technology-based labs.
• Assists students in the use of computer based instructional materials.
• Keeps the laboratories and pre-room areas clean and in good order.
• Sees to the storage and classification of equipment in the laboratories and ensures that hygiene is maintained, in particular by washing used linens, by cleaning, disinfecting and storing equipment, and requiring periodic maintenance of the premises by the staff responsible for this task.
• Calibrates, repairs, and maintains equipment and materials in accordance with standards of asepsis (arrhythmia simulator, portable suction, CPR manikin, defibrillation manikin, monitor semi-automatic defibrillator, etc.).
• Ensures the availability of technical personnel during periods of laboratory operation.
• Troubleshoots labs.
• Maintains safety equipment and posts safety regulations.
• Arranges for waste disposal.
• Performs basic ambulance maintenance, including vehicle inspections, refueling, and generalized maintenance (such as driving them on a schedule, cleaning/restocking, etc.).
• Organizes the clearance of snow off the ramp and its parking spaces.
• Controls and maintains inventory, and is responsible for lab supplies being available when needed.
• Contacts sales personnel concerning ordering of lab supplies and equipment, obtains quotes, places orders if so delegated and trained.
• Administers the department’s service and repair contracts, if so delegated.
• Operates and manages efficiently the purchase and expenditure files of the department, if so delegated.
• Assists the Paramedic Program Chairperson in budget control and planning.
• Performs any other related tasks as may be assigned.

Simulation

• Understands human patient simulation and all its capabilities.
• Troubleshoots issues related to technology.
• Acts as a liaison to simulator and other equipment vendors.
• Sets up scenarios as directed by Faculty for student learning.
• Trains staff and faculty as necessary on equipment, software and simulators.
• Installs software updates for computers, tablets, monitors and components as directed by manufacturer support to maintain equipment functionality.
• Assists faculty in creating simulation scenarios to accomplish instructional and/or research goals and provide support in the simulation programming.
• Determines and programs audiovisual (AV) needs and requirements as requested by lead faculty involving audio video systems (recording video capture, basic hardware functionality and processing), video postproduction editing, and integrating video into course management systems.
• Collaborates with faculty as needed during learning activities (such as manipulating simulator responses through software, annotating data, or moulage).
• Supports follow up required after learning activities (such as post‑course documentation and archiving activities).
• Orients and provides ongoing training to faculty and students in proper simulation techniques.
• Recommends updates and proposes new simulation, audiovisual and other software technology for consideration.
• Ensures coordinated scheduling of manikins and simulation area utilizing scheduling software.
• Supports faculty and students in initiatives involving clinical simulation research.
• Regulates inventory, anticipates needed supplies, places orders, verifies receipt, and stocks supplies.
• Coordinates maintenance, repair, and replacement of simulation equipment with manufacturer as needed.
• Actively engages in simulation community by attending and participating in vendor training sessions, attending simulation conferences to maintain currency in field, and maintaining professional simulation organization membership (optional).

Qualifications

Education

Have a college diploma in the appropriate specialty (Pre-Hospital Emergency Care; Paramedic Care; Soins préhospitaliers d’urgence) or a diploma or an attestation of studies that is recognized as equivalent by the competent authority.

Specific Requirements

• Knowledge of clinical health care environment - i.e., paramedical, hospital, and pre-hospital setting.
• Knowledge and experience with the operation of computers and ability to learn new technology with ease.
• Practical knowledge of current procedures and equipment in Emergency care, i.e. assembly/disassembly of resuscitation manikins (simulators); suction units, stretchers, oxygen units, defibrillators is preferred.
• Strong computer skills related to hardware, databases, web and network.
• Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems.
• Autonomous – able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work collaboratively as a team member.
• Ability to spend extended periods standing and to push / pull carts and equipment.
• Physical ability to move heavy objects.
• Be physically able to do light to heavy snow removal by hand (near ambulances).
• Possess and maintain a class 4A driver’s permit.
• Being a CPR instructor recognized by the HSFC, Red Cross, or St-John’s Ambulance would be an asset.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• English (Advanced written, written comprehension and oral).
• French (Intermediate written, written comprehension and oral).

Testing May Be Required To Demonstrate Knowledge Of

• Word (basic)
• Excel (basic)
• English (Advanced written, written comprehension and oral)
• French (Intermediate written, written comprehension and oral)

In accordance with ministerial directives issued by the Secretariat du Conseil du trésor concerning a freeze on public service recruitment, effective November 1st 2024, applications from employees with regular employment status at the College and within the College network will be prioritized.

John Abbott College adheres to an Equal Access to Employment Program, and invites women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.

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