Emergency Medical Technician

Saskatchewan Health Authority · Indian Head

Position #: V44943

Expected Start Date: To be determined, posted until filled.

Union: HSAS

Facility: Indian Head Hospital

City/Town: Indian Head

Department: Ambulance - Land

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.67

Shift Information: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends and Stats

Number of Hours per Rotation: 112 hours per 4 weeks; 8 hours shift

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: EMS Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Emergency Medical Technician $29.909 to $36.572

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic is responsible for responding to emergent and non-emergent calls for service; provides initial assessment, treatment and transport of ill or injured persons at the basic life support level. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

Primary Care Paramedic Certificate from an approved educational institute
Grade 12

Licenses

Valid Class 4 driver's license
International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Other Education and Training

Emergency Vehicle Operations training
CPR/AED Provider Certification

Competencies

Advanced - Interpersonal skills
Advanced - Communication skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to function effectively in periods of high stress/emergent situations
Thorough knowledge of the SHA and EMS policies and procedures
Knowledge in applicable tools and equipment

Other Information

May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
Indian Head is located approximately 70 km east of Regina
For more information on the town of Indian Head please visit https://townofindianhead.com/
Be physically fit and able to perform duties as outlined
Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level

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. The Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic is responsible for responding to emergent and non-emergent calls for service; provides initial assessment, treatment and transport of ill or injured persons at the basic life support level. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

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