Job ID #32292: Primary Care Paramedic - Experienced Stream

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• Job ID #32292: Primary Care Paramedic - Experienced Stream
• Union: OPSEU Local 256
• Job Description ID #: 2229
• Interested applicants please submit your application online at
• Vacancy type: This posting will be used to fill current vacancies
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address . External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
  

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to a Supervisor, Hamilton Paramedic Service, the paramedic provides primary emergency medical care and transportation for ill and/or injured persons in the community to, from, and between treatment facilities, in specially equipped ambulance vehicles and emergency response vehicles. Paramedics also contribute to non-emergency and multi-disciplinary approaches to community care, through avenues such as public education, harm reduction, community paramedicine, palliative care, and other related programming.

GENERAL DUTIES

Provide primary emergency medical care for ill and/or injured persons at the emergency site by providing basic and advanced pre-hospital life support.

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).

Deliver thorough patient assessment and treatment in accordance with Provincial and local standards and medical directives.

Responsible for all medical interventions as deemed essential by the Base Hospital and Hamilton Paramedic Service including controlled drug therapy, manual defibrillation and cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation according to Provincial Medical Directives. 

Interact with members of the health care team, allied emergency care providers, the public, and patients in a professional manner.

Maintain communication with and follow the directions of all Central Ambulance Communication Centres (CACCs) encountered during operations, ensuring each CACC is kept informed of the paramedic’s status and location.

Assume a role of leadership, as required, and uphold patient advocacy.

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. Report any vehicle and/or equipment deficiencies and assist in corrective action where qualified.

Inspect, restock, and maintain ambulance stations in a clean and operational state.

Prepare various reports as required. This includes, but is not limited to: Ambulance Call Reports, Incident/Occurrence Reports, Logistics Reports, Vehicle Inspection Reports, and any other report as deemed necessary by the Hamilton Paramedic Service and/or the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. 

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.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be a current and active 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.

2. Diploma from an approved Ontario Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) College Training Program.

3. 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.

4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certificate or CPR HCP certificate or advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certificate.

5. 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.

6. Must hold and maintain a valid Ontario Driver's Licence that authorizes the person to drive an ambulance.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.

10. Proven ability to demonstrated leadership and take command during emergency situations.

11. Must be in good physical health and capable of lifting heavy weights.

12. Proven ability to exercise sound judgement in emergency situations.

13. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton

14. Preference may be given to those with additional relevant certifications, training or education. Experience in nursing or other allied health professions is 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. PLEASE REFER TO THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS GUIDE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

APPLICANTS MUST HOLD ACTIVE STATUS AND MAINTAIN CURRENT BASE HOSPITAL CERTIFICATION TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION. APPLICANTS WHO ARE DEACTIVATED OR DECERTIFIED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION OR DURING THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS WILL BE DEEMED INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

HOURS:

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.

NOTE 1:  

Hamilton Paramedic Service hosts two separate recruitment postings – Traditional and Experienced streams. This job posting is for the Experienced stream only.

This posting is an evergreen posting. Applications to this job posting will be considered valid for a period of 12 consecutive months. Candidates who wish to update their application at any time should withdraw their current application and reapply with the updated documents. Eligibility for the ‘Experienced’ recruitment stream will be determined at the application phase based on candidate qualifications and responses to screening questions.

The Experienced recruitment stream will be initiated based on Hamilton Paramedic Service operational and recruitment needs. Applications are reviewed and qualified candidates will be contacted at the initiation of each recruitment process.

As stipulated by the qualifications listed above, candidates applying through the Experienced Recruitment Stream must be currently employed in a 911 paramedic role and in good standing, with a minimum of 18 months (1.5 years) of full-time experience or equivalent hours. Candidates must hold active Primary Care Paramedic certification or higher through an Ontario Regional Base Hospital Program and be eligible for CPER (Centre for Paramedic Education and Research) cross-certification.

The employer maintains discretion regarding evaluation and selection of qualified candidates. Please refer to the Primary Care Paramedic Recruitment webpage and Experienced Stream and Information Guide for detailed information regarding the Experienced recruitment stream. These important dates and timelines can be found at or at the following link: 

NOTE 2:

You must have no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted at time of application. A Police Vulnerable Sector Check (upon receiving a conditional offer of employment), which is satisfactory to the City of Hamilton, will be required at your expense. An original is required.

NOTE 3:

A Driver’s Abstract will be conducted by the City of Hamilton. Your Driver's Abstract must be satisfactory to the City of Hamilton in addition to meeting the Ambulance Act and Regulation requirements.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

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.