Overview

Job Overview

Posting Status: Open until filled
Anticipated Start Date: To be confirmed
Union Affiliation: HSAS
Employer: Saskatchewan Health Authority
Facility: Davidson Health Centre
Location: Davidson, Saskatchewan
Department: Ground Ambulance Services
Employment Status: Casual
FTE: 0.0

Work Schedule:
Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and on-call standby as operational needs require.

Compensation:
Emergency Medical Technician Pay Band — $29.909 to $36.572 per hour

Travel Requirement: None

Position Summary

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) plays a vital role in delivering timely, professional pre-hospital care. This position is responsible for responding to dispatched calls, performing patient assessments, administering appropriate care, and transporting patients safely to medical facilities. Standby coverage is required based on service demands.

In accordance with the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement, preference will be given to qualified HSAS members.

Key Responsibilities

  • Respond promptly to emergency and non-emergency calls as directed by dispatch

  • Assess, treat, and safely transport patients experiencing illness or injury

  • Participate in standby and on-call coverage as required

  • Maintain professionalism and effective communication in diverse and multicultural environments

  • Adhere to all clinical protocols, safety standards, and organizational policies

Required Education & Certification

  • Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) diploma

  • Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at the PCP/EMT level

  • Valid Class 4 Driver’s Licence with a clean driver’s abstract

  • Registered Paramedic credential meeting 2011 NOCP standards

Mandatory Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Certification

  • Health Care Provider Level C (HCP-C)

  • International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Certification

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Effective interpersonal and teamwork abilities

  • Capacity to work respectfully within cross-cultural communities

  • Sound clinical judgment and situational awareness

Additional Information

  • No guaranteed hours; availability of at least 24 hours every three-week period is required

  • Must be available for all shift types, including short-notice calls, statutory holidays, and standby assignments

  • On-call hours will be managed to not exceed 300 hours within a three-week period

  • Ability to respond to the ambulance station within 10 minutes when on-call is mandatory

  • Eligible candidates may qualify for recruitment and/or retention incentives

Location Note:
Davidson is located approximately 114 km south of Saskatoon. More information about the community can be found on the Town of Davidson’s official website.

Application Process

Applicants must submit all required documentation, including diplomas, licenses, certifications, and proof of registration or eligibility. By applying, candidates consent to the sharing of their application and profile with Human Resources and the hiring department.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. A Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, dated within the last six months, must be presented at the interview.

Our Commitment

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is dedicated to providing safe, patient-centred care across the province. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness, and we actively support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. We respectfully acknowledge Saskatchewan as the traditional homeland of First Nations and Métis Peoples.