Paramedic Specialist

Government of Yukon

  • Whitehorse, YT
  • $77,617-89,913 per year
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
This postingThis posting will be used to fill 1 term full-time position working 75 bi-weekly weekly and will also be used to fill anticipatory permanent full-time positions.It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of in the beautiful .Who we areThe 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.Your roleThis position delivers professional, Primary Care Paramedic Specialists skills in a clinic-like setting, primarily based out of the Whitehorse Emergency Shelter. The incumbent will differentially diagnose, create treatment/discharge plans and follow up care. This includes assessing patient conditions to formulate and initiate emergent and non-emergent interventions to provide optimal patient care. This position works independently, where there is limited medical support but will work with other health care providers to optimize patient care.
  • For more information on this job, please Kimberley Porter, A/Deputy Chief Technical Operations at
  • For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Ann Caron, HR Consultant at 867-332-6273 or
Your benefitsYour career, your home, your lifestyleWe 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.Check out:Essential qualificationsPlease 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.
  • Completion of a Primary care Paramedic or Advanced Care Paramedic Program
  • Recent experience providing pre-hospital emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transportation.
  • Experience providing care to clients and patients suffering from the effects of alcoholism and other mind-altering substances.
  • Recent experience in Naloxone administration and opioid education
  • Experience with patient care report and incident reports
It may be helpful for you to reviewDesired knowledge, skills and suitabilityn, the following:
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy.
  • Patient advocacy
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Conflict management skills
  • Strong understanding of working with various cultural backgrounds
  • Experience working with allied agencies (e.g., Police, Fire, Health Care Professionals)
Conditions of employmentvalid PCP licence from a paramedic governing body in Canada without conditions or COPR certificate if new grad, Tb screening; RCMP check with vulnerable sector checkJob requirementsThis job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:exposure to high stress, sensitive situations, verbally and physically aggressive behaviour; working in awkward positions indoors and outdoors in all weather; lifting and transferring patients with assistance. ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Government of Yukon