Emergency Medical Technician

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Eastend, SK

1d • CA$30 - CA$37 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager or designate for the area of province they are working, the Emergency Medical Services - EMT/PCP responds to emergency and non-emergency events, and provides assessment, treatment and transportation of the ill or injured persons consistent with The Saskatchewan Ambulance Act and Regulations; Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP) Clinical Practice Protocols; The Paramedics Act and bylaws; and Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) policies, procedures and work standards.

Requirements

• Valid Class 4 driver's license
• Primary Care Paramedic Certificate from an approved educational institute
• Written Communication Skills
• Verbal communication skills
• Listening skills
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making ability through the application of critical thinking
• Interpersonal skills
• Able to safely and consistently lift/ मोटर on a regular basis
• Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
• Ability to exhibit situational awareness
• Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations
• Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System.
• Decision making through the application of clinical, legal & ethical practice
• Conflict resolution skills to effectively handle difficult issues
• Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care
• Knowledge of EMS Practitioners legislation/protocols/scope of practice
• Ability to be resilient
• Ability to operate emergency vehicles safely and effectively
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Positive approach to deal with challenging situations with empathy and sincerity
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)
• Current Basic Life Support-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation(BLS-CPR) certification
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency events.
• Provide assessment, treatment, and transportation of ill or injured persons consistent with relevant legislation, protocols, and policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree