Emergency Medical Technician

Job summary

The Emergency Medical Technician is responsible for responding to emergent and non-emergent EMS calls for service. They provide initial assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transport of ill or injured persons at the Basic Life Support level.

Job details

Position #: 195293 Expected Start Date: October 19, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Southwest Integrated Health Facility City/Town: Maple Creek Department: Ambulance - Land Type: Part-time temporary Expected Up to Date: March 31, 2027 FTE: 0.67 Shift Information: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends, Standby Number of Hours per Rotation: 100.07 hours per 4 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: EMS Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Emergency Medical Technician $29.909 to $36.572 Travel Required: No Job Description: Reporting to the Southwest EMS Operations Manager the Emergency Medical Technician - Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) is responsible for responding to emergent and non-emergent EMS calls for service; and for providing initial assessment, treatment, stabilization and transport of ill or injured persons at the Basic Life Support level. The PCP will provide care with strict adherence to: Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) core values, policies, and work standards; Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP) Paramedic Clinical Practice Protocols; The Paramedics Act and SCoP Regulatory and Administrative Bylaws; and The Saskatchewan Ambulance Act and Regulations. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Primary Care Paramedic diploma (PCP) Licenses * Registered Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic (EMT/PCP) * Valid Class 4 driver's license * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) * Automated External Defibrillator Certificate (AED) * International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS) Competencies * Intermediate - Conflict resolution skills * Advanced - Interpersonal skills * Advanced - Listening skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team * Ability to work independently * Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System. * Decision making through the application of clinical, legal & ethical practice * Physical ability to perform the duties of the position * Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations * Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. * Knowledge of EMS Practitioners legislation/protocols/scope of practice * Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking * Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions * Positive approach to deal with challenging situations with empathy and sincerity Other Information * Maple Creek is located approximately 138 km west of Swift Current * Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level * For more information on the town of Maple Creek please visit https://maplecreek.ca/ * Computer skills, where required * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives * Standard Hours * Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Emergency Medical Technician is responsible for responding to emergent and non-emergent EMS calls for service. They provide initial assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transport of ill or injured persons at the Basic Life Support level.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Primary Care Paramedic diploma and be registered with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics. Additional requirements include a valid Class 4 driver's license and various life support certifications such as CPR, AED, and ITLS.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Emergency medical services
• Patient assessment
• Treatment and stabilization
• Basic life support
• Clinical practice protocols
• Conflict resolution
• Interpersonal skills
• Listening skills
• Critical thinking
• Decision making
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Adaptability
• Empathy
• Teamwork
• Independent work
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Resourcefulness
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Automated External Defibrillator
• Ambulances
• Emergency Medical Services
• Reconciliation
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Decision Making
• Clinical Practices
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Conflict Resolution
• Integrated Care
• Critical Thinking
• Interpersonal Communications
• Life Support
• Listening Skills
• Operations Management
• Primary Care
• Sincerity
• Trauma Care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Security & Safety
• Government & Public Sector
• Emergency Medical Technician
• Health Technician / Technologist (Other)
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other