Paramedic Superintendent – 1 Vacancy

County of Brant•Brantford, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The County of Brant is seeking a Paramedic Superintendent to monitor all assigned ambulance operations within the County of Brant Ambulance Service to ensure efficient service is maintained at all times. This role involves ensuring staff understand and implement operating policies and procedures, conducting performance evaluation audits, and developing training programs for staff and the public. The Superintendent will also be responsible for maintaining good public relations, liaising with various organizations, and ensuring facilities, equipment, and supplies are properly maintained. Additionally, the role involves reviewing subordinate and operating reports, recommending remedial actions, and ensuring compliance with the Ambulance Act and Ministry of Health/LTC regulations. The Paramedic Superintendent will also manage operational vehicle and personnel levels, handle labor relations issues, participate in continuing medical education and training of students, and perform paramedic duties as required. This position requires working rotating shifts, weekends, and participating in on-call duties.

Requirements

Current certification as Primary Care or Advance Care Paramedic in the Province of Ontario.
Class F Driver’s License.
Thorough working knowledge of all practices and procedures related to the effective operation of ambulance units.
Working knowledge of all applicable legislation and regulations including but not limited to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ambulance Act and Regulations, Life Support Care Standards, Vehicle/Equipment Standards, Human Rights Code, MFIPPA/FIPPA/EFIPPA.
Proven ability to direct, motivate and train staff.
Demonstrated communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Proven ability to exercise sound judgement in emergency situations and with respect to public relations.
Proven ability to effectively handle labour relations issues within a unionized work environment.
Demonstrated organizational, records management and computer skills.
Demonstrated ability to implement and apply safe work practices.
Demonstrated communication, team, interpersonal and public relations skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience in an emergency medical service would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Monitor all assigned ambulance operations within the County of Brant Ambulance Service to ensure efficient service is maintained at all times.
Ensure all applicable operating policies and procedures are understood and implemented by staff.
Perform periodic performance evaluation audits to identify training and job rotation needs.
Conduct training programs for staff and the general public as required.
Ensure good public relations standards are maintained with respect to contact with the public, other governmental or outside organizations and participating in the community relations programs.
Liaise with staff, Ministry of Health/LTC, Fire and Police Departments, hospitals, community colleges and other organizations.
Ensure all assigned facilities, equipment and vehicles are maintained and all general supplies and vehicle supplies are safeguarded and maintained at proper levels.
Maintain a review of subordinates and operating reports. Recommend remedial action required and ensure all reports are prepared, processed, maintained and reported to the Duty Manager.
Maintain and review documentation to ensure it is completed in accordance with the Ambulance Act and Ministry of Health/LTC
Liaise with staff CACC and Allied Agencies as required.
Maintain established operational vehicle counts and personnel levels as per operating policies and procedures.
Handle day-to-day labour relations issues.
Participate in CME and mandatory training and training of co-op, college, advanced and basic care students.
Perform duties as a paramedic as required.
Required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and participate in on call.
Other duties as assigned.