Primary Care Paramedic - Jobs in Timmins, ON

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PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDICREFERENCE #2022-328Ornge is a modern, vital, evolving organization that is dedicated to providing the highest quality transport medicine services to the province of Ontario specifically from our leading edge air ambulances, to the critical care land transport program; we provide a range of services to patients and hospitals across the province. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated and energetic and who are looking for a career with a dynamic, patient-focused organization. Ornge is committed to creating and promoting diversity, accessibility, and inclusion in the workplace.**POSITION STATUS: TEMPORARY; FULL-TIME & TEMPORARY; PART TIME (UP TO 12 MONTH CONTRACTS)LOCATION: TIMMINS BASEREPORTING TO: CHIEF PARAMEDICCOMPENSATION: $38.30/HOUR AS PER THE CBA*POSITION SUMMARY: *Ornge seeks qualified Primary Care Paramedics to staff a newly funded ground transport program designed to augment Air Ambulance Operations in Timmins and the Northeastern Ontario Region. Operating out of the Timmins Air Ambulance Base, the incumbent is responsible for the safe ground Ambulance transportation of patients between airport and sending & receiving healthcare facilities, including support for Critical Care Transport of patients being cared for by Advanced and Critical Care crews. This is an exciting opportunity for Primary Care Paramedics to gain clinical assessment and transport skills, as well as exposure to Advanced and Critical Care equipment and treatments to support future professional advancement. The incumbent will perform duties related to maintenance of equipment and supplies, and participate in maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The Paramedic practices with medical skills and knowledge in the transport environment within his/her scope of practice and adheres to all Ornge/MOHLTC medical directives, policies and procedures. Paramedics support and promote the strategic vision and principles of Ornge.*QUALIFICATIONS: *

• Current Primary Care Paramedic certification in good standing with a provincial Base Hospital preferred;
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience as a fully certified Primary Care Paramedic preferred;
• Possesses all qualifications and conditions as outlined in the Ambulance Act/Ontario Regulations 257/00 including:
• MOH Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant (AEMCA) certificate;
• Current valid F Class (or higher) Driver’s License with satisfactory Driver Abstract;
• Current valid CPR for Healthcare Professionals and/or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS);
• Current, valid immunizations and confirmation of freedom from communicable disease as outlined in MOH Ambulance Service Communicable Disease Standards;
• Proof of Completion of Ornge Aeromedical Theory Program; and MOH Aeromedical Theory Certificate would be considered an asset.

• Current valid COVID-19 vaccination unless an exemption has been granted on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code;
• Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Screening process with a satisfactory result prior to or within 90 days of commencement of employment; and
• Satisfactory proof of completion, current within 6 months, of OPPAT physical fitness assessment program;

*HOURS AND LOCATION OF WORK: *

• Paramedics are required to work various shifts, including day and night shifts and weekends in a 24/7 environment, including days, afternoons and nights on weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays;
• Paramedics are required to comply with Ornges Paramedic Part-Time Employee Availability & Shift Commitment Expectations Policy;
• During the course of their shift duties, Paramedics may be required to overnight away from their home base;
• Successful candidates must live or be willing to relocate within the assigned base;
• Employees may be required to use respiratory protective equipment and they shall co-operate in attaining an effective fit of the equipment and in particular, be clean shaven to ensure an effective facial seal to provide for the health and safety of all employees.

*HOW TO APPLY: *Qualified candidates are invited to apply on-line no later than October 6, 2022. If you require a disability accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us and provide your contact information. A Human Resources Coordinator will contact you within 48 hours.Ornge_ is an inclusive employer. Accommodation is available under the Human Rights Code and in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act._We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Job Type: ContractQuick Apply

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