Paramedic (Casual Part-Time)

Kawartha Lakes; Kawartha Lakes; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Kawartha Lakes is seeking a casual part-time Advanced/Primary Care Paramedic to perform patient care and driving duties in accordance with regulatory and departmental policies.

Positions are based in City of Kawartha Lakes, ON, with wage rates for PCP and ACP as listed. Applicants must meet provincial paramedic credentials and be able to work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Paramedic Diploma from a Community College in Ontario.
• Advanced Care Paramedics must have completed an Advanced Care Paramedic certification program in Ontario.
• AEMCA certification by MOHLTC, or AEMCA pending.
• Possess and maintain Primary Care Paramedic certification; Advanced Care Paramedic certification for ACPs.

Responsibilities

• Function as patient care provider and driver within paramedic duties.
• Assess and treat patients with professionalism, empathy, and compassion.
• Transport patients to health care facilities following SOPs.
• Collaborate with health care professionals and emergency workers.
• Deliver accurate oral and written reports with pertinent information.
• Promote EMS awareness within the community and uphold confidentiality.

Skills

Patient care

Professionalism

Communication

Team collaboration

Decision making

Stress management

Education

OSSD or equivalent

Paramedic Diploma (Ontario)

Advanced Care Paramedic certification (Ontario)

AEMCA certification

MOHLTC Advanced Care Paramedic Certificate

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Paramedic (Casual Part-time) functions as patient care provider and driver while carrying out a range of Paramedic duties.

Number of available positions:

Date of Posting:

Duration (if temporary):

N/A

Location:

City of Kawartha Lakes, ON

Union:

OPSEU 371

Job Title Advanced/Primary Care Paramedic (Casual Part Time)

PCP Wage $44.81 - $47.49 per hour (2026)

ACP Wage $49.82 - $52.76 per hour (2026)

Reports To Superintendent, Paramedic Service

Department Paramedic Service

Location City of Kawartha Lakes. Base, as assigned

Other Casual Part-time employees are required to provide shift availability on the 15th of each month for the following month, be submitted/assigned per Collective Agreement and must work at least 6 shifts in each 6-month period.

Job Description

• To function in the interchangeable roles of patient care provider and driver while carrying out a range of Paramedic duties in keeping with legislative requirements and departmental policies;
• Assess and treat patients while demonstrating professionalism, respect, empathy and compassion;
• Transport patients to and from health care facilities while respecting safe operating procedures;
• Collaborate effectively with other health care professionals and emergency workers;
• Deliver oral and written reports with accuracy and completeness including all pertinent information;
• Promote community awareness of emergency medical services and the profession;
• Ensure vehicles, equipment and supplies are clean, organized and available;
• Perform other related duties or tasks as assigned.

Skills/Education Required

• Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma, or equivalent, as defined by the Ambulance Act and Regulations;
• Successful completion of a Paramedic Diploma from a Community College in Ontario;
• Advanced Care Paramedics must have successfully completed an Advanced Care Paramedic certification program from a Community College in Ontario;
• AEMCA certified by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, or AEMCA pending;
• Possess and maintain certification as a Primary Care Paramedic in the Province of Ontario; Advanced Care Paramedics must hold and maintain MOHLTC Advanced Care Paramedic Certificate;
• Ability to be certified / cross-certified with Base Hospital in Symptom Relief and Defibrillation, upon employment;
• Possess and maintain current CPR certificate, all qualifications as specified under the Ambulance Act and Regulations, and a valid Class “F” driver’s licence;
• Ability to exercise effective problem solving and decision making skills, excellent clinical judgement and assessment skills;
• Above average oral and written communication, organization, numeracy, and memory skills;
• Ability to read, write and speak English;
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact and to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times;
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships;
• Ability to recognize and react appropriately in stressful or volatile situations;
• Ability to perform successfully in emotionally and physically demanding situations
• Ability to access electronic scheduling and Microsoft Outlook via computer
• Applicants must also be prepared for a variety of assessments during the recruitment process, including written, practical and psychological evaluations.

Confidentiality

All employees of the City of Kawartha Lakes are required to sign and abide by the Employee Confidentiality Statement and the Code of Conduct and Ethics Value Statement of Commitment.

Accommodation

Accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code ( HRC ) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ( AODA ) and any other Federal or Provincial legislation.