primary care paramedic

Zone: Labrador Grenfell ZoneLocation: TO BE DETERMINED Various Sites - Southern Labrador (Forteau, Cartwright, Port Hope Simpson)Primary Care ParamedicLabrador Grenfell Zone Temp Call-In(2 Positions)REVISED: January 27, 2025 - Reposted Open Until Filled from VAC0006085Hours: Variable Shifts; Variable Hours;Salary: CG-29 of the Nape-HS Salary Scales, $27.07 - $30.07 per hour plus the applicable Labrador Allowance;Competition Number: VAC0006805Posted Date: 2025-01-27Closing Date: Open Until FilledAbout the Role.The primary purpose of this position is to work as an active member of the health care team providing pre-hospital assessment and medical care to people with acute illnesses or injuries while maintaining a high standard of care to the patients. The Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) is responsible for maintaining professional and organizational standards of practice as well as working as a team member in accordance with the LG Model of Nursing Clinical Practice. The PCP ensures a safe environment for patients and staff and reports to the Emergency Services Manager.Qualifications:? Graduation from High School;? Graduation from an Approved Primary Care Paramedic program accredited by the Canadian Medical Association;? Current registration with the NL Paramedicine Regulation as a PCP and Office of the Provincial Medical Director;? Current certification in Basic Life Support (CPR);? Copy of current Advanced Procedures Certificates (IV Therapy, Semi-Automatic Defibrillation, Symptom Relief, etc);? Successful completion of ITLS (International Trauma Life Support) & NRP or willingness to complete (within timeframe designated by the employer);? Knowledge of computer skills and an ability to work with Meditech is an asset;? Valid Class 04 driver's license and must have own vehicle;? Must be able to report to work within a reasonable timeframe;? The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct and vulnerable sector check;Duties: (Included but not limited to)? Respond to Ambulance calls and provide professional paramedic care to clients onsite, during and after medical emergencies;? Prepares patient and monitors patient's condition during transport;? Communicates with the hospital emergency department advising of the nature of illness and injury;? Completes patient/ambulance documentation including monthly reports;? Assists with transport arrangements;? Responsible for the Ambulance equipment;? Respond to all emergency calls;? Completes patient documentation during transport;? Assists with the activities of the nursing department as required including patient registration, portering, triage, ECG's, oxygen administration, glucometers, IV Insertions, etc., that are within scope of practice;? Does regular scheduled stand-by as required;? Other related duties as required. Location Forteau , NL Work location On site Salary $ 25.56 to $ 49.00 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Term or contract Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source CareerBeacon #2146859 Various locations Forteau, NL