Emergency Medical Responder

Medavie•Saskatoon, SK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Medavie Health Services West (MHSW) is seeking to fill up to three Emergency Medical Responders (EMR) casual positions in Saskatoon, SK. MHSW is a subsidiary of Medavie Health Services, focused on operating and managing an integrated, service-led primary health care organization. Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. As part of Medavie, which includes Medavie Blue Cross, they are committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians. With a network of 5,400 health care professionals across six provinces, Medavie Health Services offers a wide range of services including ground and air ambulance, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, and clinical training. They are dedicated to investing in communities to address physical and mental health care challenges. As an employee, you will be accountable for patient safety and maintaining a safe and respectful workplace.

Requirements

Must be a registered EMR with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics.
Must submit with resume a copy (front and back) of a valid Saskatchewan Class 4 Driver's License. (or equivalent)
Must submit with resume current CPR certification.
Must submit with resume a current (within last 60 days) valid and clean criminal record check along with a vulnerable sector check.
Must submit with resume a current (within last 30 days) driver’s abstract.
Must demonstrate the ability to work efficiently as a member of the team and possess strong interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work all shifts as assigned, maintaining a good attendance record.
Must have a high regard for confidentiality.
Must have excellent work habits and exhibit professionalism.

Responsibilities

Maintain personal knowledge and skills, in accordance with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics EMR Clinical Practice Protocols, to deliver optimum patient care.
Safely operate MHS - West vehicles in accordance with MHS - West Health and Safety Manual, Operational Guidelines, and all provincial and federal regulations.
Stocks and maintains vehicles in a state of readiness at all times.
Work in hazardous environments to ensure the safety and stabilization of the patient.
Work with outside agencies as a team in a coordinated effort on behalf of the patient.
Document all patient care, assessments, and skills, within the patient care report in a timely fashion.
Punctual and ready to respond at the start of their shift.
Act in a professional manner and handle conflict situations with good judgment.
Follow the MHS - West chain of command.
Create and maintain fully completed Electric Patient Care Reports. (ePCRs)
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with all provincial and federal regulations. (HIPA)
Refer all media requests to the General Manager of MHS - West.
Report all incidents and complete written incident report forms to Superintendent or designate.