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Vertex is currently accepting applications for numerous, project based Primary Care Paramedics (PCP). The successful candidates must be registered and in good standing with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP). Ideal candidates will have previous relevant experience within the forestry industry providing emergency medical services. These positions offer project based shifts dependent on business demand. Individuals will be contacted to assist with front line forest fire response in extremely remote locations across Saskatchewan. The successful candidates must be able to mobilize promptly and enjoy the outdoors.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Registered Primary Care Paramedics (PCP) with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP)
Previous experience as an PCP or EMT preferred; experience in an industrial or remote setting considered advantageous
Knowledge of Federal and Provincial regulations regarding health services
Knowledge of the Forestry Industry as it applies to medical company operations is an asset
Ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives with minimal supervision
Ability to demonstrate clear judgment in fast pace and high stress environments
Valid Class 5 Drivers License; a recent drivers abstract may be required
International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) certificate Basic Provider considered advantageous
Healthcare Provider / Level C CPR Required
LOCATION
All jobs will be mobilized out of Saskatoon or Lloydminster, with the worksites covering various remote and semi remote locations across Saskatchewan.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Significant use of memory
Driver'S Record
- Driver's abstract
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- St. John's Ambulance First-Aid Certificate
- Emergency First Response Course
- Driver's licence
- Canadian Red Cross First-Aid Certificate
Specific Skills
- Administer medications and provide advanced emergency treatments to patients
- Administer pre-hospital emergency care
- Transport patients to hospital or other medical facility for further medical care
- Maintain ambulances and emergency care equipment and supplies
- Document and record nature of injuries and treatment provided
- Assess extent of injuries or illness of trauma victims to determine emergency medical treatment
Work Setting
- Private ambulance company
- Government department and agency