Emergency Medical Technician

Job summary

Position # : 174627 Expected Start Date: To be decided; open until filled Union: HSAS Facility: Leader and District Integrated Healthcare Facility City/Town: Leader Department: Ambulance - Land Type: Part-time regular FTE: 0.75 Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Standby Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 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 Technici…

Job details

Position # : 174627 Expected Start Date: To be decided; open until filled Union: HSAS Facility: Leader and District Integrated Healthcare Facility City/Town: Leader Department: Ambulance - Land Type: Part-time regular FTE: 0.75 Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Standby Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 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 International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) Automated External Defibrillator Certificate (AED) Valid Class 4 driver's license Other Education and Training CMA accredited Pre-hospital Care Program-EMR Competencies Intermediate - Conflict resolution skills Advanced - Listening skills Advanced - Interpersonal skills Knowledge and Abilities Physical ability to perform the duties of the position Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking Knowledge of EMS Practitioners legislation/protocols/scope of practice Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations Ability to work independently Decision making through the application of clinical, legal & ethical practice Positive approach to deal with challenging situations with empathy and sincerity Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System. Other Information Standard Hours May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives Computer skills, where required For more information on the town of Leader please visit https://leader.ca/ Leader is located approximately 153 km west of Swift Current Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level 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.

Listed skills

• Health · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Administrative · Preferred
• assessment · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Interpersonal · Preferred

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