Emergency Medical Technician

HealthCareersInSask.ca•Hudson Bay, SK

21d•CA$30 - CA$37•Onsite

About The Position

Responds to emergent and non-emergent calls for service, providing Advanced Life Support, initial assessment, treatment and transportation of ill or injured persons in accordance with Saskatchewan Ambulance Act and Regulations, Emergency Health Services Basic and Advance Life Support Protocols, and organization policies and procedures. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The SHA is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. The employer will endeavour to ensure on-call does not exceed 300 hours in 3 weeks. No guaranteed hours. Must be available a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours per 3 week period. Must be available all shifts, short shifts, short notice calls, stats and holidays, where applicable.

Requirements

Primary Care Paramedic diploma (PCP)
International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)
Valid Class 4 driver's license
Health Care Provider Level C Certificate (HCP-C)
Basic Communication skills
Basic Interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate with clients from diverse backgrounds
Clean Driver's Abstract
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

Responds to emergent and non-emergent calls for service
Providing Advanced Life Support
Initial assessment, treatment and transportation of ill or injured persons in accordance with Saskatchewan Ambulance Act and Regulations, Emergency Health Services Basic and Advance Life Support Protocols, and organization policies and procedures.