Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic
About The Position
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. 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.
Requirements
- Advanced Care Paramedic Diploma (ACP)
- Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic/Advanced Care Paramedic (EMT-P/ACP) license
- Valid Class 4 driver's license
- International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)
- Current Basic Life Support-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS-CPR) certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certificate (PALS)
- Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) certificate acceptable
Nice To Haves
- Community Paramedic endorsement is as asset
Responsibilities
- Work in unpredictable areas, such as multiple types of tech/emergency equipment
- Demonstrates ability in verbal and non-verbal communication techniques
- Possess effective communication skills & ability to relate to all individuals
- Knowledge of current infection control standards, practices and protocols
- Knowledge of safe client movement
- Ability and willingness to travel within service delivery area
- Heavy lifting and often extreme physical exertion will be required
- Ability to think & act quickly, creatively & strategically
- Collaborate with internal executive, cross functional teams and external parties
- Knowledge of proper body mechanics
- Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care
- Knowledge of Primary Health Care and Community Paramedicine
- Knowledge of application and use of safety restraints and postural supports
Benefits
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
