Advanced Care Paramedic

Greater Toronto Area, ON, CA, Canada

Job Description

Position Title: Paramedicine Practitioner, III (formerly Advanced Care Paramedic), General Duties

Location: Greater Toronto-Hamilton Area

Reports To: Superintendent

Employment Type: Temporary contract

Posting Date: 20-Aug-2025

Closing Date: 2-Sep-2025, 17:00 EDT

Start Date: immediate

End Date: 31-Dec-2025, with the possibility for extension

Schedule: Casual pick-up shifts.

Pay scale: $48.00-$57.00

Qualifications



1. Must meet all qualifications as outlined in O. Reg. 257/00 PART III including, but not limited to:

1.1. Possess a diploma in Advanced Care Paramedic.

1.2. A-EMCA certification by the Ministry of Health.

1.3. Current BLS level CPR (formerly HCP)

2. Ability to achieve certification under FRO's controlled medical acts delegation program.

3. Two years of primary care paramedic experience with an Ambulance Service.

4. Ability to exert heavy physical effort required to treat and move patients, sometimes over rugged terrain, deliver medical equipment or sort inventory at health centre, station, and in a vehicle.

5. Good knowledge and application of BLS/ALS Patient Care Standards, related Acts and Regulations, policies and procedures.

6. Ability to effectively communicate with team members, allied agencies, and make justifiable decisions in an emergency.

7. Ability to work independently under stressful situations and exercise sound judgement in an emergency environment.

8. Ability to identify patient treatment needs through adequate assessment and provide appropriate care in accordance with the Basic Life Support Standards and medical delegation policies.

9. Demonstrate competency when using basic computer software such as reporting systems, inventory, email, and word processing.

10. Excellent use of verbal and written English.

11. Satisfactory health, attendance, and former employment history.

12. Criminal Record check free of crimes of moral turpitude.

13. Must possess fully functional smartphone with active data plan.

14. May require the use of a personal or company vehicle while FRO business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely for long periods of time, must hold and maintain a driver's licence that authorizes the person to drive an ambulance, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage. Prior commercial driving experience an asset.

Duties



1. Provide emergency medical care to ill/injured people while ensuring the safe, timely, and appropriate extrication of ill/injured persons via emergency response vehicle to municipal ambulance rendezvous sites.

2. Perform emergency medical care and controlled acts under the direction of the Medical Director, and in accordance with the patient care standards and procedures set out by FRO, legislation, and regulations.

3. Respond to emergencies in all weather conditions, in a safe and secure manner, in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and the applicable policies and procedures.

4. Maintain contact and comply with direction from Superintendent and/or Incident Command at all times regarding vehicle movements, status of equipment, call assignments and the transportation of patients to medical facilities or required destination.

5. Complete, in a timely manner, all required patient and administrative documentation specified in the Ambulance Act, Regulations, standards, company and client policies and practices, including Paramedic Call Report forms. Ensure safekeeping of patient records.

6. Liaise with CACC, families, client staff, police, fire and other health professionals/agencies to ensure relevant patient information is collected.

7. Inspect all equipment at the start and throughout the shift to ensure they are in proper working order, and in a clean and sanitary condition. Carry out housekeeping duties within the medical centre and paramedic vehicles, ensuring the areas are maintained in a clean, sanitary condition.

8. Participate in mandatory training programs, continuing medical education programs, quality assurance programs and company training programs, as required.

9. Perform other related duties as may be required.

Recruitment Process



Candidates selected to proceed will be contacted by email.

Recruitment phase two,

Selected candidates will be invited to book a video interview. Successful candidates will be invited to phase three.

Recruitment phase three,

Cross certification interview with Medical Director

Recruitment phase four,

Selected candidates to attend on-boarding.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and covering letter with their email address prominently displayed on the letterhead by the indicated closing date by applying online at www.indeed.com/

Any application received after the deadline will not be considered for this competition.

Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process and applicants must make their needs known in advance. First Response Ontario values a diverse workforce and the unique differences that each individual brings. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment and welcome submissions from all qualified applicants.

Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this competition only. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position, only those selected to advance will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process you must notify the Recruiting Officer.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual, Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $48.00-$57.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company car Discounted or free food Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement
Application question(s):

Have you graduated from an Ontario college Paramedic Program? Have you completed Paramedic Student preceptorship?
Licence/Certification:

AEMCA certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2651349
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Greater Toronto Area, ON, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned