Primary Care Paramedic

Overview

NB Union – Specialized Health Care Professionals

STATUS

HOURS OF WORK

Rotating days and nights, weekends, and statutory holidays. Subject to change due to operational requirements.

ANTICIPATED START DATE

As soon as possible

ANTICIPATED END DATE

Not applicable

SALARY RANGE

As per collective agreement

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT

Written and spoken competency in one of the two official languages (English or French) is required and spoken competency in the other official language is required.

CLOSING DATE

This competition will remain open until filled.

This description reflects Ambulance New Brunswick’s workforce and recruitment context. The organization seeks candidates who will contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace and meet the qualifications described below.

Ambulance New Brunswick is the provincial ambulance service provider. Our dispatchers respond to calls via the 911 system and direct EMS response; paramedics provide on-scene and en route medical care; the air ambulance crew transports critically ill or injured patients to specialized centers.

Our paramedics are trained to handle unpredictable clinical presentations, employing emergency techniques and a range of treatments. They are often the first on scene and remain until the job is complete.

Required Qualifications:

• You are entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit)
• Must demonstrate the ability to work efficiently as a member of the team and be able to work all shifts as assigned, maintaining a good attendance record
• Must have a high regard for confidentiality and patient safety
• Primary Care Paramedic program/course of over six months;
  If you do not have one and are interested in this career, here is a list of paramedic programs in Atlantic Canada,
• Must be registered, active Paramedic with the Paramedic Association of New Brunswick;
  If you are not currently registered in New Brunswick, please visit PANB at
• Must have a valid New Brunswick Class 4 Driver's Licence (or equivalent)

Additional requirements for your application:

• Current Resume and Cover Letter
• A copy of your PCP diploma from an accredited institution
• Proof of current registration with Paramedic Association of New Brunswick
• Proof of completion of a Physical Abilities Test (PAT) specific to working as a paramedic within the last 12 months
• Proof of valid CPR level C certification issued in the last 12 months
• Photocopy of front and back of valid Class 4 driver’s license (or equivalent) with minimum one year driving experience
• Driver's abstract; issued within the last 30 days
• Copy of any valid Driver’s course certificate i.e. CEVO, VFIS or NS VSP or equivalent issued within the last three years
• Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check; issued within the last 30 days
• Immunization Record (Tetanus Tdap) within the last 10 years, 2 MMR vaccines or lab evidenced immunity, 2 Varicella vaccines or lab evidenced immunity, 3 Hepatitis B doses and Lab evidenced immunity, TB Skin Test (2 step) and a 1-step in the last 12 months; if reactive a follow up chest x-ray; meeting with Employee Health and Wellness to ensure vaccinations are up to date by the time an offer is made
• Official Language Assessments (oral) in both French and English from the Department of Post-secondary Education, Training and Labour
• Additional training and/or education is highly valued.

If you are looking for a career that will change lives and have a direct impact on the health of our community, submit your application.

Ambulance NB is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to a harassment- and discrimination-free environment for all employees.

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

We welcome online applications. Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered.