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advanced care paramedic
Posted on November 16, 2024 by Employer details NL Health Services
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Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone Location: White Bay Central Health Centre, Roddickton, NL Advanced Care Paramedic Labrador Grenfell Zone - ROD ROAD AMB BOARD OPERA Permanent Full-time 56565POS Hours 75 Hours Bi-weekly; Variable Shifts; Salary CG-37 of the NAPE-HS Salary Scales, $35.42 to $39.58 per hour Competition Number VAC0001687 Posted Date 2024-10-07 Closing Date Open until filled. Demands, duties, qualifications 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 Emergency Services Manager. This is an integrated service covering the communities of the Roddickton catchment area. The base for this service will be at the WBCHC in Roddickton and will require the successful applicant to work a week/7 days on week/7 days off schedule at 75 hours biweekly pay period. Qualifications: Graduation from an approved Advanced Care Paramedic program accredited by the Canadian Medical Association; Current registration with the NL Paramedicine Regulation and Office of the Provincial Medical Director as an ACP; Possession of a valid Class 4 Driver's License as issued by the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador; Current BLS and ACLS certification; Current certification in PALS, or willingness to complete; 40 hours of Continuing Medical Education (CME); Effective oral and written communication skills; Critical and sound decision making skills; Confidence to manage a variety of situations; Computer skills; Ability to perform various medical procedures and operate a variety of medical equipment; Must be able to report to work within in a reasonable timeframe; The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct and vulnerable sector check; Duties: (Included but not limited to) Performs comprehensive assessments, physical examinations, advanced treatments, triage, and interventions for all pre-hospital medical and traumatic conditions for a diverse group of patients; Applies advanced treatment therapies and interventions for medical disorders and traumatic injuries, in accordance with protocols; Functions as part of an interdisciplinary team within healthcare facility units, such as emergency and critical care areas; Completes patient treatment charting, records all pertinent patient information to include vitals, neurological signs, assessment findings and treatment provided. Ensures confidentiality of patient information; Provides leadership and scene management during mass casualty incidents in the absence of an incident command supervisor; Assumes patient care management during inter-facility transports for critically ill or unstable patients; Preceptors and mentors Advanced and Primary Care Paramedic students during field placements to ensure students meet required competencies; Participates in Continuing Medical Education (CME); Maintains, cleans, and conducts duty checks of ambulances, equipment, and supplies and restocks when necessary; Recognizes cultural diversity; Provides on the job advice, guidance, feedback, orientation to new employees, and on the job training to staff and students; Performs a team lead role at the scene of medical emergencies and is responsible to take a lead role in managing the activities of the medical management team; Travel is required; May be required to work alone; Other related duties as required. NLHS - Labrador-Grenfell Zone Values D- LocationRoddickton-Bide Arm
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$35.42HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2118468
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