Flight Paramedic - PCP or ICP at Vanguard Air Care Inc in Winnipeg, MB

Vanguard Air Care is currently accepting applications from loyal, dedicated, experienced Primary Care or Intermediate Care Paramedic with energy and a positive attitude to join our aero-medical transport team of dedicated, caring health care providers.

Vanguard Air Care Headquarters is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba and operates out of (4) air ambulance bases strategically located in Manitoba: (Winnipeg, Island Lake, Norway House and Thompson)

Vanguard Air Care, is pleased to offer a competitive compensation package to the successful applicant.

Education and Experience Requirements: Diploma from an Accredited Primary or Intermediate Care Paramedic program and have a minimum of 3 years of emergency care experience as an PCP / ICP.

• Current Basic Life Support
• Current Advance Cardiac Life Support
• Current Pediatric Advance Life Support
• Current International Trauma Life Support / Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support
• CAMATA or equivalent certificate

Other minimum requirements:

• Criminal Record including Vulnerable Person clearance
• Manitoba Child Abuse Registry clearance
• Must be registered with the College of Paramedics of Manitoba - Unrestricted
• Must be able to obtain a Transport Canada RAIC pass
• Physically capable of performing the duties of a Flight Medic-PCP / ICP.
• Able to work independently
• Willing to work in remote locations without supervision
• Willing and able to work during various weather conditions
• Must provide a valid Canadian passport with unrestricted access to the U.S., Mexico and the Caribbean
• Valid drivers license
• Current immunizations up to date

Skills:

• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, nursing stations, and the public while executing strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels.
• Demonstrates high critical thinking and reasoning skills and strong attention to detail while working in an environment that requires ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Dependable and self-motivated while working in a frequently changing environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities:

• The Flight Medic-PCP / ICP will assess, treat, prepare patient for transport and accompany patients on the Air Ambulance to the receiving facility.
• The Flight Medic will perform advance skills and procedures as approved by Vanguard Air Care Medical Director(s) and or Manitoba Provincial Care Maps
• The Flight Medic-PCP / ICP will be required to be knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Vanguard Air Care. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to insure repair of equipment as directed.
• The Flight Medic-PCP / ICP will keep the aircraft clean and orderly to insure rapid response to all transport requests.
• The Flight Medic-PCP/ ICP will represent Vanguard Air Care and its affiliates in a professional and respectful manner at all times and reports directly to the Director of Medevac Services or his/her designate
• The Flight Medic-PCP / ICP works closely and effectively with other members of the air ambulance crew to ensure a positive outcome for all stakeholders.
• The Flight Medic-PCP / ICP will maintain his/her documents of required licensure, certifications, continuing education and any other relevant training to his/her scope of practice.
• The Flight Medic-PCP / ICP will serve as a role model, educator and clinical resource. Participates in departmental activities, projects and committees.
• The Flight Medic-PCP / ICP will maintain awareness of current issues related to transport care through participation in professional activities.

Schedule:

Vanguard Air Care is currently seeking applications for the following openings:

• Full time 14 days on 14 days off rotation.

More information in regards to this position available upon request.

A cover letter is to accompany the applicant’s resume.

Preference for employment will be given to those individuals who currently reside in Manitoba.

Job Types: Full-time, Fly-In/Fly-Out

Work Location: In person