Job Description

THE UNITED COUNTIES OF LEEDS AND GRENVILLE

Paramedic Service

invites applications for:

PART- TIME PRIMARY CARE & ADVANCED CARE PARAMEDICS (Multiple Positions)

Shift Rotations: 07:00 - 19:00 / 19:00 - 07:00 hours, 07:30 - 19:30 / 19:30 - 07:30 hours, 09:00 - 21:00, 11:0 - 23:00 hours, 08:00 - 20:00 hours

shifts includes weekends

This position is part of the CUPE Local 4440 bargaining unit

PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC

Qualifications:

As per the Regulations of the Ontario Ambulance Act O. Reg. 257/00 PART III, as well as future amendments hereto.

Position Responsibilities:

Patient Care

The pre-hospital care field is a dynamic environment with constantly changing treatments, policies and procedures established through evidence-based best practice, current research and ongoing medical studies. Therefore the patient care component of the job description may be subject to alteration to reflect these changing needs, so as to provide our patients with the best care possible.



The paramedic will perform emergency medical care duties in accordance with basic life support policies (current BLS Standards as a minimum), procedures and guidelines. Training will include skills and procedures that require medical control in accordance with program legislation, standards, guidelines, methods, procedures and techniques by:


Attending to the scene as warranted by the priority of assignment; Assessing the scene for hazards; Carrying out triage (establishing priority to treatment) in multiple patient situations and calling for additional assistance as required; Being responsible for directing all aspects of patient care while attending with another Advanced/Primary Care Paramedic. Assisting in the provision of patient care as directed by Advanced/Primary Care Paramedic when on scene; Conducting a primary survey of the patient to establish airway, breathing and circulation as well as neurological status and disabilities, followed by necessary secondary assessments; Collecting vital signs, medical and/or incident history, and/or cardiac monitoring readings from monitors/defibrillators; Administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), oxygen, and manual ventilation using a bag-valve-mask, and other techniques and equipment where approved. Such equipment may include pulse oximeters, supraglottic airways, and triggered resuscitators to restore, improve or maintain airway patency and heart and lung function; Monitoring intravenous fluid infusion therapy in accordance with current MOHLTC - EHS guidelines; Operating and checking the correct and regular functions of a semi-automatic defibrillator to deliver electrical charges; Immobilizing actual or suspected fractures and spinal injuries; Bandaging and treating hemorrhages, wounds and environmental injuries; Performing other emergency medical care duties as required; Administering medications as authorized; (i.e.; RPPEO SR Protocols); Monitoring and reassessing patients to detect condition variances and re-initiating basic care procedures. This may involve skills and procedures which require medical control to restore, improve or maintain vital functions and stabilize illnesses and injuries; Requesting directions and/or referring matters not covered by established standards, guidelines and protocols to other qualified personnel; Reporting by radio to a dispatch centre the destination, priority and patient condition while attaining direct link to an RPPEO Physician as required; Preparing documentation using medical and pharmaceutical terminology to provide hospital staff with a complete clinical picture and pre-hospital working assessment of the patient; Ensure effective communications by using established guidelines when consulting with medical staff by radio or telephone; Informing hospital staff and passengers of safety in and around ambulance vehicles.

Transport and Transfer of Patient Responsibilities

Follows all direction provided by the Ambulance Communications Officer (ACO); Provides ongoing patient care during transport; Transferring patient(s) to and from vehicles, treatment centres, examining tables, stretchers and beds; Providing the medical authorities with detailed information concerning the patient; Reporting to the dispatch centre all patient particulars and preparations required for the returning to service; Completing all required forms and documentation before the end of the assigned shift and leaving with or forwarding appropriate copies to the medical facility; Preparing the ambulance for service after a call; Cleaning and restocking the interior of the ambulance and reporting to dispatch when available for the next assignment.

Vehicle Maintenance and Driving

Inspect service vehicle(s) for roadworthiness, BLS inventory (according to established standards) and serviceability; Restocks each ambulance and/or emergency response vehicle with patient care and accessory equipment after, or as soon as practical after each ambulance call; Maintains service vehicle(s) in a clean and sanitary condition; Utilizes the ambulance and emergency response vehicles only for the purpose of providing ambulance service unless otherwise directed by CACC and/or the senior leadership team; Accounts for the purchase of fuel as required by the service; Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls in compliance with the regulations of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, MOHLTC Emergency Health Services Branch and the Leeds/Grenville Paramedic Services; Utilizes emergency warning devices in compliance with the regulations of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, MOHLTC Emergency Health Services Branch and Leeds Grenville Paramedic Services; Operates all vehicles in a safe and professional manner; Proceeds to a call using the most efficient and effective operations of an ambulance; Wears seatbelts at all times when vehicle is in motion. It is understood that when providing patient care in the rear compartment of an ambulance that the wearing of a seatbelt may not always be possible; Ensures that patients and passengers are safely transported and properly secured using seatbelts at all times; Ensures the safety and security of all vehicles and equipment when left unattended, in or out of the base.

Education

Provides and assists with education, experience and preceptorship for paramedic students involved in field placements; Staff Development - participates in training programs, practice sessions and any other staff education if applicable; Participates in orientation for less experienced staff; Participates in educational programs and/or studies as determined by the Deputy Chief or Commander; Completes required service training programs involving new or replacement patient care and communications equipment; Maintains qualifications in symptom relief and semi-automatic defibrillation, as determined by the RPPEO and/or medical director; Attends and successfully completes all mandatory training courses as directed by the service, base hospital or the MOHLTC;

Documentation

Completing Ambulance Call Reports (as per the ACR Completion Manual); Completes vehicle check sheet(s) as determined by the leadership team; Completes and signs all required medication inventory lists; Providing incident reports, occurrence reports, collision reports and any other report(s) required by regulation and policy or which may be deemed necessary by the leadership team; Providing copies of personnel file documentation as required by the Ontario Ambulance Act, and will maintain up-to-date records;

These documents may include but are not limited to:


Photocopy of Driver's License (when renewed / changed) CPR recertification certificate as mandated Photocopy of Ministry of Health Ambulance Identification badge (when renewed, reported lost, or number has changed) Proof of immunization Completion of Secondary School Education (Diploma) or Equivalency; Completes other documentation, as deemed necessary by the leadership team.

Communications

Maintains regular and appropriate communications with dispatch; Reports each movement of the ambulance or emergency response vehicle to the appropriate communications centre (CACC); Is familiar with the operations of vehicle communications equipment (main and portable radios), cellular phones and/or satellite phones; Immediately notifies the appropriate communications centre (CACC) whenever a vehicle is removed from and/or returned to service for repair or maintenance.

Occupational Health and Safety

Performs all duties and tasks in a manner which ensures the health and safety of themselves and others; Ensures ambulance and station premises are safe and clean; Ensures that all equipment is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition; Ensures that patient care and accessory equipment is properly and safely restrained and/or stored in vehicle(s); Ensures that patient care and accessory equipment is maintained in proper working order; Attends all relevant in-services regarding Occupational Health and Safety; Reports any deficiencies in station premises, vehicles and equipment; Reports any and all unsafe conditions immediately; Ensures that the patient care compartment and any equipment used is properly cleaned after each ambulance call; Works in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and Municipal Policies and Procedures.

Other Related Responsibilities

Performs housekeeping duties at stations and on grounds; Any other duties as deemed necessary and assigned by the leadership team.

ACPs welcome to apply.

Maintaining a high level of confidentiality for the organization, as per the

Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act (FIPPA), the Ambulance Act, the Personal Health Information Privacy Act (PHIPA), and the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care regulations.

The foregoing description reflects the general duties necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed to be all of the work requirements that may be inherent in this classification

How to Apply:

Please quote PCPAC001236 (PCP/ACP, PPT)" and apply with cover letter and resume to the job posting on the Careers section of our website at

https://www.leedsgrenville.com/en/government/careers.aspx/

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Applicant information is collected under the

Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

(

MFIPPA)

, and will only be used for candidate selection.

Accommodation at the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville

The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville is committed to providing a recruitment and selection process that is both inclusive and free from barriers. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request, and will be provided in accordance with the

Ontario Human Rights Code

and the

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.