Primary Care Paramedic - Ottawa, Canada - Ornge

Ornge
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PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC

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Strong. Proud. Uplifting.

At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things.

Each day, we connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada.

In the air and by land, our teams deliver equity in emergency response, uplifting the lives of those in our care.

We're excited to onboard individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism to our growing group of difference-makers and life-changers.

Discover Ontario, Canada, and an exciting career with Ornge.


Position Status:
Permanent; Full-Time

  • Location:
Timmins & Ottawa, Ontario

  • Reporting To:
Manager of Base and Chief Paramedic

  • Compensation:
$40.44/Hour in Accordance with the Unifor Collective Bargaining Agreement

  • Benefits:
Comprehensive Group Benefits Package Plus Membership to the Healthcare of Ontario's Pension Plan (HOOPP)


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 Ottawa, supporting Northeastern and Southeastern Ontario.

Operating out of the Timmins Air Ambulance Base and the Ottawa CCLA 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.

Ornge is a qualified employer under the Ontario Learn & Stay Grant, please visit below for more details:

Qualifications:

  • Current Primary Care Paramedic certification in good standing with a provincial Base Hospital preferred;
  • Minimum 12 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.
  • Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Screening process with a satisfactory result prior to or within 90 days of commencement of employment; and

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;
  • During the course of their shift duties, Paramedics may be required to overnight away from their home base;
  • Employees may be required to use respiratory protective equipment and they shall cooperate 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.

At Ornge, we are:

  • Community connectors
  • Equity in healthcare
  • Strong in our convictions
  • Proud of the services we provide
  • Uplifting in our mission, values, and services

You can expect us to be:

  • Promoters of diversity
  • Champions of inclusion and accessibility
  • Committed to your career advancement
  • A tightknit culture
  • Competitive in pay, benefits, vacation time, and more

A bit about you:

  • You're driven by the desire to make a difference
  • Excited by problem solving, you excel at inthemoment decision making
  • Teamwork has always been where you thrive
  • You're ready to put your skills into action in a fastpaced environment

What's next:

  • Your resume will be reviewed and only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
  • If you require a disability accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at and request the HR Department to provide your contact information. Accommodation is available under the Human Rights Code and in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. A Human Resources representative with contact you within 48 hours.
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