Primary Care Paramedic

Calian Advanced Technologies; Regina; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Regina is looking for experienced Primary Care Paramedics (PCPs) to work in the Police Detention Management Unit. You will deliver comprehensive medical and mental health care to newly arrested individuals while collaborating with Regina Police staff. Candidates must be licensed paramedics, have valid CPR certification, and experience in mental health and addictions. This position requires excellent communication skills and reliability.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics.
• Experience dealing with mental health and addictions.
• Valid CPR certification is a must.

Responsibilities

• Document patient care findings.
• Respond to medical and mental health needs.
• Liaise with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide emergency care and arrange transport when necessary.
• Work autonomously and communicate effectively.

Skills

Autonomous work

Great communication skills

Reliability

Education

Licensed with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics

Valid CPR certification

Job description

Position Overview

Calian is currently seeking experienced and skilled Primary Care Paramedics (PCPs) to work within the Police Detention Management Unit on a casual basis. Providing care to newly arrested individuals, the PCP will leverage their clinical skill set and scope of practice to provide comprehensive medical and mental health assessments to detained individuals and ensure proper follow up care based on assessment outcomes in a clinic-like setting. With a focus on ensuring detainees are medical fit to remain in cells, PCPs will work with Regina Police staff to provide medical care to detainees while ensuring detainee safety.

Location

Regina, SK

Job Type

• Casual
• Full Time

Responsibilities

• Document patient care findings
• Respond to medical and mental health needs
• Liaise with a multi-disciplinary team of community clinicians and stakeholders
• Provide emergency care, and when necessary, arrange transport to hospital
• Must be able to work autonomously, have great communication skills, and be highly reliable

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics
• Valid CPR certification
• Experience dealing with mental health and addictions

Additional Requirements

• Must successfully pass an enhanced security clearance with Regina Police Services.