Position Type:
Permanent
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Closing date:
2024-11-28
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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.

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.

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 require a Primary Care Paramedic to fill a full-time permanent vacancy on Demand in Mobile Integrated Health (MIH).

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.

As the ideal candidate for this role, you will have:

• Must meet all legislated requirements for Primary Care Paramedics in Saskatchewan.
• Must be currently registered with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics as a Primary Care Paramedic or eligible for registration through the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics.
• Advanced Certificate of Community Paramedicine or the ability to enroll in the August 2024 Advanced Certificate of Community Paramedicine, and able to complete the course within 18 months of start date.
• 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 along with a vulnerable sector 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

We would like to thank all candidates for expressing interest. Please note only those selected for the process will be contacted.

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."