Emergency Medical Technician

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Wilkie, SK

7d • 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. 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

• Primary Care Paramedic Certificate from an approved educational institute
• Valid Class 4 driver's license
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS)
• International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations
• Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking
• Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care
• Ability to exhibit situational awareness
• Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of EMS Practitioners legislation/protocols/scope of practice
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level

Nice To Haves

• Listening skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Positive approach to deal with challenging situations with empathy and sincerity
• Conflict resolution skills to effectively handle difficult issues
• Ability to be resilient
• Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency events.
• Provides assessment, treatment, and transportation of ill or injured persons consistent with relevant acts, regulations, protocols, bylaws, and policies.
• Operates emergency vehicles safely and effectively.
• Safely and consistently lifts/loads stretcher on a regular basis.

What This Job Offers

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