Advanced care paramedic
NL Health Services based in Baie Verte, NL is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Advanced care paramedic. NL Health Services is Newfoundland and Labrador’s primary health authority, overseeing comprehensive medical services across the province. It integrates online learning, hands-on labs, and clinical placements. It ensures graduates meet national standards, supporting NL Health Services’ mission to enhance emergency medical care and expand services like community paramedicine. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: NL Health Services
Position: Advanced care paramedic
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $35.42 – $39.58 hourly
Employment Type: Permanent/Full time
Location: Baie Verte, NL
Location: Baie Verte Peninsula Health Care Centre
Shift: 75 (Shift Work)
Job ID: 41962POS
Competition Number: VAC0001623
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should graduated from high school
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should have a current physical capability testing certificate obtained within the last three months and maintain physical standards as outlined in provincial policy
- The candidates should be within 20 kilometers of the facility when on standby and a satisfactory record of work performance and attendance
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have a diploma recognized by the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and completed an approved Advanced Care Paramedic program accredited by the Canadian Medical Association
- The candidates should hold BLS Certification and OPMD Certification, including all current courses and modules and provide proof of registration with NLPR – Newfoundland and Labrador Paramedicine Regulation
- The candidates should hold a valid Class IV driver’s license issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador and provide a current driver’s abstract from Motor Vehicle Registration
- The candidates should possess a current ACP registration number with Provincial Medical Oversight and consistently demonstrate the core values of NL Health Services Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE)
- The candidates should provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority and experience working as an Advanced Care Paramedic
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to perform professional work in providing emergency and medical care to clients in diverse settings
- The candidates should be able to independently conduct advanced medical care and interventions at pre-hospital scenes, during transport, and within healthcare facilities
- The candidates should be able to conduct physical examinations, perform comprehensive assessments, and interpret a variety of tests and procedures
- The candidates should be able to initiate advanced interventions based on patient assessments and test results
- The candidates should be able to provide primary client care by surveying emergency situations and taking necessary actions promptly
- The candidates should be able to function as integral members of facility-based response teams, including Code Blue and Code White Response teams
- The candidates should be able to lead and mentor within the paramedicine program, serving as preceptors for advanced and primary care paramedic students
- The candidates should be able to perform general security duties of buildings and facilities associated with the Regional Health Centre
- The candidates should be able to collaborate with nursing staff and physicians in the Emergency Department to provide patient care within their scope of practice
- The candidates should be able to promote and support person- and family-centered care in all interactions and demonstrate a commitment to safety by integrating safety measures into work practices and identifying and addressing risks
- The candidates should be able to partner with team members to enhance worker and patient safety through proactive improvements
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and competition number) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!