Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology-Pembroke Campus

Part-time Paramedic/Medical Equipment Lab Technologist, Academic

Ottawa, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 7, 2026
1 position

$41–$47 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 12, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 18 hours per week
Office presence: 3 days per week

Job summary

The incumbent is responsible for the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, supplies, and software within the Paramedic program. They will also collaborate with professors to support simulation-based learning activities and provide technical instruction to students.

Job details

Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application. Department: Police and Public Safety Institute Position Type: Part-Time Support Salary Range: $40.62-$47.06-Hourly Scheduled Weekly Hours: 18 Anticipated Start Date: October 12, 2026 Length of Contract: n/a Posting Information Employees who are part-time internal candidates, as defined by the Part-Time Support Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration. Posting Closing Date: October 11, 2026 Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date. Land Acknowledgment: Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide. Job Description: Under the direction of the Chair, Police and Public Safety, the incumbent is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of health and safety standards, laboratory equipment, and associated software programs in the Paramedic program. The incumbent: • Provides oversight for all laboratory supplies and equipment • Maintains laboratory schedules • Sets up and tears down laboratory sessions • Orients professors in usage of laboratory equipment. • Collaborates with professors in simulation-based learning activities • Supports technical instruction to students • Maintains equipment inventory Required Qualifications: Minimum two (2) year Primary Care Paramedic diploma; a diploma in a related healthcare field, such as nursing, may be considered; CPR, WHMIS, and First Aid must be current throughout tenure; Must be familiar with Ministry of Health Provincial Equipment standards for Ontario Ambulance service; Minimum five (5) years experience as a PCP in an acute care facility , which preferably includes oversight of equipment maintenance and repairs, software applications in a laboratory setting and inventory monitoring and simulation based learning A combination of minimum five (5) years experience in a healthcare field and demonstrated knowledge of paramedicine and paramedic equipment may be considered Anticipated Weekly Schedule: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 5 hours per day with additional 3 hours remote. *Hours are flexible as per program needs and will be discussed during interview phase. *This position is paid at Payband I - Comparator *Vacancy is for P18154 This position is subject to the terms of the Part-time Support Staff Collective Agreement: https://www.algon quincollege.com/hr/files/2022/09/2021-24-PT-Support-Staff-CA_FINAL_EN-1.pd Why Join Algonquin College? 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What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a minimum two-year Primary Care Paramedic diploma and possess at least five years of experience in an acute care facility. Current certifications in CPR, WHMIS, and First Aid are mandatory for the duration of employment.