Primary Care Paramedic

STATUS HOURS OF WORK: Rotating days and nights, weekends, and statutory holidays. Subject to change due to operational requirements.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: As soon as possible

ANTICIPATED END DATE: Not applicable

SALARY RANGE: As per collective agreement

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT: Written & Spoken competency in one of the two official languages (English or French) and spoken competency in the other official language is required.

CLOSING DATE: This competition will remain open until filled.

Imagine a career where, at the end of every day, you know you've made a positive difference in the lives of people who need your help. At Ambulance New Brunswick, our team consists of talented emergency medical dispatchers, primary and advanced care paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and critical care flight nurses. Health care professionals who respond with their best in some of the most difficult situations imaginable. Our paramedics provide medical support to patients on scene and en route to hospitals. Given the unpredictability of clinical presentations in the field, they are skilled in emergency techniques and well-versed in various medical treatments.

If you’re a new graduate from a post-secondary program in paramedicine or have working experience outside the province of New Brunswick, ANB has a standardized process for selecting top candidates to fill Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) positions. Conducted several times a year, the Selection Process consists of a comprehensive assessment to determine your level of qualification to work for our organization.

Required Qualifications:

• You are entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit)
• Must demonstrate the ability to work efficiently as a member of the team and be able to work all shifts as assigned, maintaining a good attendance record
• Must have a high regard for confidentiality and patient safety
• Primary Care Paramedic program/course of over six months
• Must be registered, active Paramedic with the Paramedic Association of New Brunswick
• Must have a valid New Brunswick Class 4 Driver's Licence (or equivalent)

Additional requirements for your application:

• Current Resume and Cover Letter
• A copy of your PCP diploma from an accredited institution
• Proof of current registration with Paramedic Association of New Brunswick
• Proof of completion of a Physical Abilities Test (PAT) specific to working as a paramedic within the last 12 months
• Proof of valid CPR level C certification issued in the last 12 months
• Photocopy of front and back of valid Class 4 driver’s license (or equivalent) with minimum one year driving experience
• Driver's abstract; issued within the last 30 days
• Copy of any valid Driver’s course certificate i.e. CEVO, VFIS or NS VSP or equivalent issued within the last three years
• Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check; issued within the last 30 days
• Immunization Record (Tetanus Tdap) within the last 10 years, 2 MMR vaccines (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) or lab evidenced immunity, 2 Varicella vaccines (Chicken Pox) or lab evidenced immunity, 3 Hepatitis B doses and Lab evidenced immunity, TB Skin Test (2 step) and a 1-step in the last 12 months; if reactive a follow up chest x-ray).
• Valid Official Language Assessments (oral assessment only) in both French and English from the Department of Post-secondary Education, Training and Labour.

If you are looking for a career that will change lives and have a direct impact on the health of our community, submit your application. Ambulance NB is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees. We would like to thank all candidates for expressing interest. Please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.