Primary Care Paramedic

Position Type:
Permanent

Closing Date:
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.

As an employee of MHSW we are accountable to our clients 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 client family centered care, client safety and a safe workplace. We strive to provide services consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Medavie Health Services West.

Medavie Health Services is part of Medavie, a health services organization. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are committed to providing innovative solutions that will improve the health of all Canadians.

As a not-for-profit organization, Medavie is proud to commit an annual social dividend to the Medavie Health Foundation to support programs and initiatives aimed at addressing some of our country’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.

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.

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.

We require two Primary Care Paramedics, to work 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.

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 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

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.