Cityofhamilton

Cityofhamilton

Job ID #30036: Primary Care Paramedic - Fast Track Stream

Hamilton, Ontario · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
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About the role

  • External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed.
  • Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
  • Provide transportation for ill and/or injured persons, to, from, and between treatment facilities, in specially equipped ambulance vehicles as directed by the Central Ambulance Communications Centre (CACC) they are being dispatched by.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, restock, and maintain ambulance stations in a clean and operational state.
  • Maintain all legislated requirements for employment and all certification requirements as set by the Base Hospital, the Hamilton Paramedic Service, and the MOHLTC.
  • Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

Requirements

  • Must be a currently certified Primary Care Paramedic, Advanced Care Paramedic, or Critical Care Paramedic with at least 1.5 years (18 months) of full-time (or equivalent hours) experience operating in a 911 capacity.
  • As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide proof of the minimum requirements required as outlined in the Ambulance Act and Regulations.
  • Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
  • Proven ability to demonstrated leadership and take command during emergency situations.
  • Proven ability to exercise sound judgement in emergency situations.
  • General knowledge of the City of Hamilton and its geography may be considered an asset.
  • THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID ONTARIO DRIVER'S LICENCE THAT AUTHORIZES THE APPLICANT TO DRIVE AN AMBULANCE (i.e. CLASS "F", etc.) AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED DURING THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
  • Regular part-time employees are required to work a minimum of 12 hours per week which are scheduled on a consistent day as determined and assigned by the City of Hamilton.
  • The monthly recurring 48 hours and additional 24 hours are scheduled with advanced notice as required by the Collective Agreement.
  • Assume a role of leadership, as required, and uphold patient advocacy.
  • Diploma or letter confirming graduation from an approved Ontario Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Training Program.
  • If graduation was prior to 2003, candidates must provide proof of completion of all mandatory Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care core programs via individual certificates or with a letter attesting to completion by an approved Ontario PCP Training Program.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certificate or CPR HCP certificate or advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certificate.
  • Hold the qualification of, or have obtained a pass standing, in an advanced emergency medical care assistant examination (A-EMCA), or equivalent, as outlined in the Ambulance Act O. Reg. 257/00.
  • Must hold and maintain a valid Ontario Driver's Licence that authorizes the person to drive an ambulance.
  • Must meet all current requirements (including medical) of the Ambulance Act and Regulations, including the current Ambulance Service Communicable Disease Standards. As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide proof of the minimum requirements required as outlined in the Ambulance Act and Regulations.
  • Must successfully complete any/all requirements and become fully certified by the Centre for Paramedic Education and Research (CPER) with Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) Base Hospital Program.
  • Must be in good physical health and capable of lifting heavy weights.
  • You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton
  • Preference may be given to those with additional relevant education (e.g. ACLS/PALS/ITLS/NRP/PEARS certification), experience and/or related employment (paramedic, medical transfer, and other allied health professions). General knowledge of the City of Hamilton and its geography may be considered an asset.

Compensation

  • Salary Grade PCP
  • Be able to work 12-hour shifts within a 24-hour-day, seven-day-a-week schedule.
  • Regular part-time employees are required to work a minimum of 12 hours per week which are scheduled on a consistent day as determined and assigned by the City of Hamilton.
  • Depending on availability and operational needs, paramedics may be scheduled for up to an additional 24 hours per month.
  • The monthly recurring 48 hours and additional 24 hours are scheduled with advanced notice as required by the Collective Agreement.
  • Paramedics wishing to work more than the minimum number of hours may be scheduled up to 72 hours in a two-week pay period, based on their availability.

Benefits

  • Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason
  • Provide primary emergency medical care for ill and/or injured persons at the emergency site by providing basic and advanced pre-hospital life support.
  • Deliver thorough patient assessment and treatment in accordance to Provincial and local standards and medical directives.
  • Interact with members of the health care team, allied emergency care providers, the public, and patients in a professional manner.
  • Collaborate with medical personnel and allied emergency care providers to facilitate prompt treatment, support, and advocacy for the patients, their family and friends during the time of emergency care.
  • Participate in primary care, public health, public education, and community events as assigned.
  • Check, maintain, and stock fleet vehicles so-as to maintain the vehicle and vehicle equipment in a clean/sanitary, mechanically safe state of readiness in accordance with local and provincial standards.
  • Participate in Continuing Education as required and participate in the training/precepting of Advanced Care and Primary Care paramedic students and other allied healthcare professionals.

Company info

  • Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees.

Equal opportunity

  • The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.
  • Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination.
  • The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship.
  • If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
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