Primary Care Paramedic

COMPETITION # PCP 26-045

POSITION TYPE PERMANENT, PART-TIME (24 Hours Bi-Weekly) (Evenings, Weekends)

Paramedics are responsible for the medical assessment, care, safety, support and transition of youth in a secure or semi-secure, short term stabilization unit.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs assessments, and therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and interventions in accordance with Child & Family Services, Residential Licensing Standards and Primary Care Paramedic occupational profile and professional standards of practice.
• Provides medical treatment as required including physical and mental assessments, monitoring vitals, administering medication, skin and wound care, etc., and acts as a medical liaison with external medical and care providers.
• Participates in the facilitation of medical clearance and discharge of youth to and from the unit.
• Develops a strong therapeutic relationship with...