Emergency Medical Technician

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Macklin, SK

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager or designate for the area of province they are working, the Emergency Medial 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

• Primary Care Paramedic diploma (PCP)
• Valid Class 4 driver's license
• International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS)
• Current CPR certification
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Conflict resolution skills
• Able to safely and consistently lift/load stretcher on a regular basis
• Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking
• Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care
• Ability to operate emergency vehicles safely and effectively
• Ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
• Ability to be resilient
• Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations
• Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to exhibit situational awareness
• Knowledge of EMS Practitioners legislation/protocols/scope of practice
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level

Nice To Haves

• Interpersonal skills
• Verbal communication skills
• Written Communication Skills
• Listening skills

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree