Temporary Community Paramedic

Paramedic Services Full Time Espanla, ON $40.91 - $46.32 CAD per hour

Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board (DSB) is looking for a self-motivated & energetic individual to join our industry-leading organization which works towards the delivery of high-quality services and programs to the residents of Manitoulin-Sudbury Districts. Created by the provincial government, the DSB is responsible for overseeing and managing a range of services divested to the municipal order of government, including Ontario Works, Community Housing, Paramedic Services (Land Ambulance), Non-Urgent Patient Transportation, and Early Learning and Child Care Services.

Our DSB is looking for your help to ensure the efficient delivery of services to the residents of the Manitoulin-Sudbury districts. Be part of an organization that strives to provide quality services that meet the needs of our communities, and we work hard to ensure that the programs we offer are accessible and responsive to the diverse needs of our residents.

The Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board is comprised of 14 board members and has been in existence for 25 years. With three main departments, Integrated Human Services, Paramedic Services, and Administration, and over 200 employees, we service a large geographical area totaling 45,000 square km. Our organization is responsible for the development and execution of annual budgets exceeding $50 million. We are proud to serve our communities, and we remain committed to our mission of delivering effective, fair, and safe services to our residents.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated professional to fill a Temporary full-time (Start date is to be negotiated with an end date of December 1, 2027 with possibility of extension) Community Paramedic position.

Reporting directly to the Commander of Community Paramedicine, the Community Paramedic is responsible for functioning minimally as a Primary Care Paramedic with specific responsibilities for CP program and service delivery, as well as client and partner agency planning/implementation.

• Current certification as a Primary Care Paramedic with Health Sciences North Centre for Prehospital Care including full PCP IV certification.
• Must meet all requirements under legislation to qualify as a Paramedic in the province of Ontario.
• Certification in Advanced Wound Care.
• Certification in Phlebotomy.
• Demonstrated understanding of Adult Learning Principles and ability to communicate and educate the public in the community with respect to diseases, treatment, prevention, etc., and services provided.
• Valid Ontario Class “F” or higher driver’s license in good standing which meets the requirements of the Ambulance Act of Ontario.
• Knowledge of applicable Standards, Acts, Regulations, Directives, Policies and Legislation pertinent to the job as a Paramedic.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office applications and proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software and Future Health Services EMR.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to foster a positive and cooperative working relationship with team members, allied services and other agencies and the public.
• Ability to work outside regular paramedic shift assignments/patterns including rotating shifts, evenings/nights, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Perform Primary Care Paramedic duties to maintain certification and remain in good standing with Health Sciences North Centre for Prehospital Care.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
• Advance Community Paramedic Certification would be an asset.

A complete job description is available upon request.

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