Emergency Medical Technician

HealthCareersInSask.ca•Meadow Lake, SK

87d•CA$30 - CA$37•Onsite

About The Position

Emergency Medical Technicians are responsible for providing emergent and non-emergent Basic Life Support (BLS) services to the sick and injured, and for continuing to provide BLS medical services until responsibility for patient care can be assumed by hospital authorities or a Paramedic. 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

Valid Class 4 driver's license
Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)
Pre-Hospital Care Program - Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Level
Advanced - Communication skills
Advanced - Interpersonal skills
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to work independently
Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level

Nice To Haves

Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement

Responsibilities

Providing emergent and non-emergent Basic Life Support (BLS) services to the sick and injured.
Continuing to provide BLS medical services until responsibility for patient care can be assumed by hospital authorities or a Paramedic.