AddressJob Description
Location: Sites throughout NL Health Services Western Zone
2024 New Advanced Care Paramedic Graduates
Hours Based on needs of the department
Salary CG-37($34.73 - $38.80)
Competition Number WH- 2023001289
Posted Date 25 September 2023
Closing Date Open until filled
About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.
NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca
Job Summary
The Advanced Care Paramedic performs independent advanced medical care and intervention to patients at pre-hospital scene settings. This includes operating ambulances in responding to emergencies and routine calls; conducting physical examinations; performing comprehensive assessments and tests; interpreting a variety of tests and procedures; initiating a variety of advanced interventions; and performing other related duties as required. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed through observation, examination of records and reports and the presence or absence of valid complaints. Advanced Care Paramedics report directly to the Operations Supervisors.
Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Regularly moves, lifts, or carries patients or equipment ranging from 10 to 50 pounds and occasionally in excess of 100 lbs. in challenging environments and which is not always conducive to proper ergonomics. Position is rated heavy to very heavy.
Constantly bending, stretching, kneeling or pushing/pulling of stretchers (which require up to 35 lbs. of push/pull force or greater per employee as the terrain and weather conditions; sometimes in small and cramped spaces.
Visual concentration or alertness is required and there is frequent time pressures in the pre-hospital emergency setting.
Lack of control over work pace occurs due to unpredictable situations and/or call volume.
Job Qualifications
Completion of an Accredited Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) Program from Canadian Medical Association is required.
Current registration with the Provincial Medical Oversight Program as an ACP at the time of commencing employment.
Possession of a valid Class 4 Driver's License as issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Experience as an ACP is required. A minimum two years is preferred.
Pre-employment Physical Capabilities test and medical is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
Western Health values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.
Applicants are responsible for providing a copy of their resume, a copy of their high school and practical nursing diplomas, proof of registration, and the names of two employment references. Applicants who do not provide the necessary documentation as outlined on this job posting will not be considered.
To apply, go to https://employment.westernhealth.nl.ca. If you are having issues when using eRecruit, please email [email protected]. Note: This email address does not accept applications.
Thank you for your interest in Western Health. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
