Emergency Medical Technician

HealthCareersInSask.ca•La Loche, SK

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) is responsible to respond to the emergent and non-emergent calls for service and for providing Advanced Life Support, initial assessment, treatment and transportation of ill or injured persons in accordance with the Saskatchewan Ambulance Act and Regulations, Emergency Health Services Basic and Advance Life Support Protocols, and Keewatin Yatthe Health Region EMS Policies. 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.

Requirements

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Level C Certificate (CPR)
Valid Class 4 driver's license
International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)
Pre-Hospital Care Program - Intermediate Care Paramedic (ICP) Level
Pre-Hospital Care Program - Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Level
Basic Communication skills
Basic Interpersonal skills
Basic Decision making skills
Knowledge in applicable tools and equipment
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

Respond to emergent and non-emergent calls for service.
Provide Advanced Life Support.
Perform initial assessment, treatment, and transportation of ill or injured persons in accordance with the Saskatchewan Ambulance Act and Regulations, Emergency Health Services Basic and Advance Life Support Protocols, and Keewatin Yatthe Health Region EMS Policies.