Primary Care Paramedic

Type de poste:
Permanent

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Medavie Health Services West (MHSW) is the subsidiary of Medavie Health Services responsible for the optimal operation and management of an integrated, service-led primary health care organization. People are the biggest drivers of our success, and we are excited to continue building a healthier Saskatchewan and Alberta together.

MHSW-Moose Jaw delivers a mixture of BLS, ALS and MIH service delivery in both an urban & rural environment utilizing both on-call & on-site deployment. As the population & economy of the city and surrounding area of Moose Jaw grows, so does the need for paramedic service delivery & the professionals who deliver it. Many professional opportunities exist within MHS West-Moose Jaw with the diversity of the service delivery that includes a community involvement, Bike Team, public education, internal/external training, instructorship(s) opportunity with many more future service delivery initiatives.

Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians.

With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training.

We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.

With an extensive Extend Health Benefit Plan that includes (and not limited to) dental, prescription, paramedical, etc. that also include Critical Illness coverage, both Life and Disability Coverage, matching RSP contribution (max 7%), pet-friendly accommodation options and so much more opportunity for personal and professional growth in the Medavie-Moose Jaw organization as a paramedic professional.

As an employee of Medavie Health Services we are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe and respectful workplace.

We are looking to fill up to two permanent part-time vacancies for Primary Care Paramedics. The position entails, but is not limited to the following:

- Independent primary clinical care.
- Safe transportation of individuals, including emergency and non-emergency responses, as well as inter-facility transfers.
- Maintain and operate ambulances and related equipment in accordance with patient needs and public safety.
- Clinical expectations and responsibilities for Primary Care Paramedics are based on the current National Occupational Competency Profile (NOCP), the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics registration requirements and Medavie Health Services West policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Must meet all legislated requirements for Primary Care Paramedics in Saskatchewan.
- Must be in good standing with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics.
- Must submit with resume a copy (front and back) of a valid Saskatchewan Class 4 Driver's License (or equivalent).
- Must submit with resume a current ITLS and CPR C for Health Care Providers.
- Must submit with resume a current (within last 60 days) valid and clean criminal record check.
- Must submit with resume a current (within last 30 days) driver’s abstract.
- Must demonstrate the ability to work efficiently as a member of the team and possess strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to work all shifts as assigned, maintaining a good attendance record.
- Must have a high regard for confidentiality.
- Must have excellent work habits and exhibit professionalism

Currently working a 5-5-4 rotation that includes varying duty times of 6/8/12hr shifts with many opportunities for additional hours and overtime if/as desired.

Please note: Related and allied duties may be assigned from time to time as they become necessary to the operation of Medavie Health Services West. Also, other competencies related to changes in NOCP guidelines as approved by the Provincial Medical Director may also be added to the duties and responsibilities of this classification.
Medavie Health Services West is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.