Emergency Medical Responder

* Determines the nature and extent of a patient's illness or injuries and other pre-existing medical conditions.* Performs appropriate medical care in accordance with policy, procedure, and clinical practice guidelines.* Prioritizes the safety of patient handling and movement following all safe work procedures.* Operate all system and company vehicles in accordance with Nova Scotia laws as well as all applicable Policies and Procedures and Safe Work Practices of EMC and EHS.* Utilizes EHS NS ambulances and its equipment in accordance with the EHS NS fleet policy manual.* Works closely with other emergency services realizing limitations and boundaries of those individuals and self, taking safety and training into consideration at all times.* Provides receiving hospital staff with oral and written report of their observations and patient care provided. Also assist hospital staff if requested, to provide emergency treatment.* Completes all work-related documentation as per policy within required time frames.* Replace used supplies and performs equipment and system checks as per policy.* Use personal protective equipment provided as required and trained.* Conducts cleaning or decontamination of vehicle interior and its equipment in accordance with Infection Control Manual Protocols.* Maintains reasonable on-going cleanliness of vehicle, station, and/or premises during scheduled shift.* Practices good hygiene and demonstrates socially accepted customer service skills, when interacting with patients, family members, other emergency services, colleagues and with the general public.* Maintain a high degree of discretion and confidentiality to protect patient and client personal and health information.* Displays capability of decision-making and takes initiative as needed.* Prudent operation of communications equipment and professional interaction with dispatch center within standard operation procedures.* Performs other such similar, comparable or related duties as may be required or assigned.* Successful completion an NSROP approved EMR training program.* Pass the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators (COPR) Entry to Practice Exam for the EMR.* Obtain and maintain EMR licensure with the NSROP through completing any mandated continuing medical education.* Thorough working knowledge of EMR essential functions.* A valid Nova Scotia class 4 driver's license.* Mandatory Vehicle Safety Program training required.* Driving experience in a similar environment is an asset.* Experience operating larger vehicles preferred.* Working knowledge of and proper use of available personal protective equipment.* Effective oral and written communications.* Possesses interpersonal skills in dealing with people and working in teams.* Demonstrates ability to exercise some degree of discretion and independent judgment.* Ability to multitask.* Be able to react quickly and remain calm in difficult and stressful situations.* Be able to understand, speak, read, write English to learn training materials, communicate effectively with the travelling public, and write reports.* Sensory/perceptual demands along with good concentration.* Exercises discretion and independent judgment.* Emotional stability.* Effective oral and written communications.* Possesses interpersonal skills in dealing with people and working in teams.* Be able to demonstrate dependability and reliability.* Have strong problem-solving skills.* **Eligible for registration from the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine**. Visit: for more information* A NS **Class 4 Driver's License**or equivalent that authorizes you to drive an ambulance (provide a copy of both front and back).* A copy of your **five-year driving abstract**dated within 90 days of application deadline.* **Criminal background check and vulnerable sector search** dated within 90 days of application deadline.* Proof of successful paramedic physical abilities testing (**PC-PAT/OPPAT**) that has been completed in the last 12 months.* **CEVO** **4 or 5 -** online driving safety course. For more information: .* **Resume, Cover Letter and 3 References** (references will be conducted online).(EMC) is a wholly owned direct subsidiary of Medavie Health Services (formerly Medavie EMS Inc.), a member of the Medavie Blue Cross Group of Companies. We delivery a high quality pre-hospital care program to Nova Scotians every day through a long-term performance-based contract with the provincial government’s Emergency Health Services (EHS) division. We achieve this through the more than 1,600 employees who work with us, including highly-trained paramedics, nurses, medical communication officers, support employees and our leadership team.Thanks for your interest in working on our team If you experience any technical issues throughout the application process, please email: #J-18808-Ljbffr