**Primary Care Paramedic (Part Time)** Department **Paramedic Service Department - Operations Division** Location **City of Kawartha Lakes, ON** Apply Now (https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=CITYOFKA&cws=37&rid=2567) **Job Brief** The Paramedic (Part-time) functions as patient care provider and driver while carrying out a range of Paramedic duties. Employment Status: **Permanent Part time** Union: **OPSEU 371** Open To: **Internal/External Applicant(s)** Closing Date: **13/02/2025** Duration (if temporary): **N/A** Job Title **Primary Care** **Paramedic (Part-time)** Wage $41.02 - $43.55 per hour (2024) Reports to Superintendent, Paramedic Service Department Paramedic Service Location City of Kawartha Lakes. Base, as assigned Hours Part-time, 24 hours per week (averaged) Other Part-time employees are required to provide shift availability on the 15 th of each month for the following month, be submitted/assigned per Collective Agreement and must work at least 12 shifts in each 6-month period. The City of Kawartha Lakes invites applications to join our team of **Part-time, Primary Care Paramedics!** When you come to work for the City of Kawartha Lakes, you are joining a community of municipal workers who take pride in knowing that every day they are having a positive impact in the community. Our mission is to deliver the highest standards of municipal services while creating a healthy and sustainable future for all Kawartha Lakes’ residents and businesses. We work to support our values of Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork and we want you to _Jump In_ with us!! We are an equal opportunity employer which values equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We foster a safe and creative work environment, where training and skill development are prioritized, with opportunities and support for career advancement. As a team member at the City of Kawartha Lakes, you may be entitled to the following: OMERS pension (defined benefit), employer paid benefits package including short and long term disability income replacement, education reimbursement, and other programs that foster innovation, leadership, and career advancement. **Job Description** + To function in the interchangeable roles of patient care provider and driver while carrying out a range of Paramedic duties in keeping with legislative requirements and departmental policies; + Assess and treat patients while demonstrating professionalism, respect, empathy and compassion; + Transport patients to and from health care facilities while respecting safe operating procedures; + Collaborate effectively with other health care professionals and emergency workers; + Deliver oral and written reports with accuracy and completeness including all pertinent information; + Promote community awareness of emergency medical services and the profession; + Ensure vehicles, equipment and supplies are clean, organized and available; + Perform other related duties or tasks as assigned. **Skills/Education Required** + Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma, or equivalent, as defined by the _Ambulance Act_ and Regulations; + Successful completion of a Paramedic Diploma from a Community College in Ontario; + Advanced Care Paramedics must have successfully completed an Advanced Care Paramedic certification program from a Community College in Ontario; + AEMCA certified by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, or AEMCA pending; + Possess and maintain certification as a Primary Care Paramedic in the Province of Ontario; Advanced Care Paramedics must hold and maintain MOHLTC Advanced Care Paramedic Certificate; + Ability to be certified / cross-certified with Base Hospital in Symptom Relief and Defibrillation, upon employment; + Possess and maintain current CPR certificate, all qualifications as specified under the _Ambulance Act_ and Regulations, and a valid Class “F” driver’s licence; + Ability to exercise effective problem solving and decision making skills, excellent clinical judgement and assessment skills; + Above average oral and written communication, organization, numeracy, and memory skills; + Ability to read, write and speak English; + Ability to exercise discretion and tact and to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times; + Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships; + Ability to recognize and react appropriately in stressful or volatile situations; + Ability to perform successfully in emotionally and physically demanding situations + Ability to access electronic scheduling and Microsoft Outlook via computer + Applicants must also be prepared for a variety of assessments during the recruitment process, including written, practical and psychological evaluations. Back (https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/searchResults?org=CITYOFKA&cws=37)