PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC
Reference #: 2025-68
Strong. Proud. Uplifting.
At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.
Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.
We are excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers.
Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.
Position Details
- Position Title: Primary Care Paramedic
- Department/Section: Paramedic Operations
- Employment Status: Permanent Part Time
- Targeted Salary Range: $41.65/hour
- Location: Sudbury
- Hours of Work: 20 hours/week
- Posting Open Date: May 14, 2025
- Posting Close Date: May 31, 2025
Uplift Your Career at Ornge
Welcome to Ornge, the leading provider of air ambulance and critical care services in Ontario, offering competitive salaries, comprehensive health and dental plans, and a pension program. We invite you to pursue a dynamic, impactful, and challenging career in paramedicine by applying online today.
Position Summary
The Primary Care Land Ambulance Program at Ornge is a core component of our mission to overcome time and distance when it matters most. Paramedics in this program support patients under the care of advanced paramedic crews by ensuring they reach the necessary care. Maintaining readiness of assets is essential, and paramedics are responsible for ensuring their equipment is in a constant state of readiness.
Ornge is a qualified employer under the Ontario Learn & Stay Grant. For more details, visit Ontario Learn & Stay Grant.
Qualifications
- Current Primary Care Paramedic certification in good standing with a provincial Base Hospital.
- Minimum 1-2 years’ experience as a fully certified Primary Care Paramedic.
- Meets qualifications outlined in the Ambulance Act/Ontario Regulations 257/00, including:
- MOH Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant (AEMCA) certificate
- Valid F Class (or higher) Driver’s License with satisfactory Driver Abstract
- Valid CPR for Healthcare Professionals and/or ACLS
- Valid immunizations and confirmation of freedom from communicable diseases as per MOH standards
- Completion of Ornge Aeromedical Theory Program and MOH Aeromedical Theory Certificate (considered an asset)
- Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Screening process within 90 days of employment.
Hours and Location of Work
- Various shifts, including day, night, weekends, and statutory holidays in a 24/7 environment.
- Overnight stays away from home base may be required.
- Candidates must reside near or be willing to relocate to the assigned base area.
- Use of respiratory protective equipment is required, and candidates must be clean-shaven for proper fit to ensure health and safety.
Total Rewards
- 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Premium Defined Benefits Pension Plan with Automatic Enrollment
- Employee Perks including discounts on phone plans, insurance, travel, fitness, and attractions
Our Culture and What We Look For
- Community connectors, champions of equity, and proud of our services.
- Competitive pay, benefits, and vacation time.
- Promoters of diversity, inclusivity, and accessibility.
- Supportive, close-knit work environment.
About You
- Driven by a desire to make a difference.
- Excited by problem-solving and decision-making in real-time.
- Thrives in teamwork and fast-paced settings.
Next Steps
- Apply online if you are ready to uplift lives.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- For accommodations during the recruitment process, email HR@ornge.ca.
- We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including Indigenous peoples, Francophones, racialized persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and persons with disabilities.
- We communicate via email and do not use AI in our recruitment process. Please check your email regularly for updates.
Are you ready to pursue a career with a profound community impact? Join us. Ornge. Lives uplifted.