Emergency Medical Technician

Position # : 9010438

Expected Start Date: To be determined

Union: HSAS

Facility: Eastend Wolf Willow Health Centre

City/Town: Eastend

Department: Ambulance - Land

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

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: The Emergency Medical Technician-PCP is responsible for responding to emergency and non-emergent calls for service, provide initial assessment, treatment and transport of ill or injured persons. "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 Certificate from an approved educational institute

Licenses

Valid Class 4 driver's license

Other Education and Training

Current Basic Life Support-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation(BLS-CPR) certification

Automated External Defibrillator Certificate (AED)

International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Competencies

Listening skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Able to safely and consistently lift/load stretcher on a regular basis

Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System.

Knowledge of legislation, protocols & scope of practice applicable to EMS in SK

Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions

Ability to exhibit situational awareness

Demonstrate responsible decision-making supported by strong critical thinking

Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to operate emergency vehicles safely and effectively

Conflict resolution skills to effectively handle difficult issues

Ability to be resilient

Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care

Ability to function effectively in periods of high stress/emergent situations

Other Information

Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level

No guaranteed hours

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.