Critical Care Paramedic

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 3 (three) auxiliary on call positions working 75 hours bi-weekly.

It will establish a 3-month eligibility list

As a Critical Care Paramedic, this position will be based in Whitehorse and be required to provide coverage for shortages in communities with various crews and working a variety of shifts based on operational requirements.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

Who we are

The Yukon's Emergency Medical Services (YEMS) team delivers a wide scope of pre-hospital care. We deliver medical interventions, treatments, and quality care in every corner of the Yukon. Leadership, dedication, and partnership guides our work.

This opportunity

Reporting to the Superintendent, Air Ambulance the Critical Care Paramedic will employ professional Critical Care Life Support skills to provide pre-hospital and inter-facility treatment and transportation to the general population. Evaluates the patient's clinical condition and performs detailed assessments in order to establish a treatment plan in support of optimal patient care. Works in environments where there is no medical support and where transport times routinely exceed four hours.

• For more information on this job, please contact Todd Onsorge, Deputy Chief, Whitehorse Operations at [email protected]
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Ann Caron, HR Consultant at 867-332-6273 or [email protected]

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

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Important application and job requirements

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positiions.

• Current CCP/ACP license or certification with a paramedic governing body in Canada without conditions or restrictions
• Recent experience delivering pre-hospital emergency care at the Advanced Life Support (ALS) level

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong decision making and evaluation skills;
• Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of working with various cultural backgrounds

It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.

Conditions of employment

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.

TB Screening, Security clearance including vulnerable sector check, Valid class 4 driver's license and Maintaining current CCP and/or ACP certification.

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

Shift work, including weekends and standby, wearing a uniform, and maintaining all conditions of employment.

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [email protected] or phone 867-667-9453.