Primary Care Paramedic (TemporaryFull-Time) Employment Status Temporary Full-Time
As a Primary Care Paramedic with the City of Kawartha Lakes, you will provide patient care and be a patient driver while performing a range of Paramedic duties in compliance with legislative requirements and departmental policies.
Number of available positions:
2
Date of Posting:
30/07/2026
07/08/2026
Duration (if temporary):
Up to 18 months
Location:
City of Kawartha Lakes, ON
Union:
OPSEU 371
Job Title Primary Care Paramedic (Temporary Full-time)
Wage $44.81 - $47.49 per hour (2026)
Reports to Superintendent, Paramedic Services
Department Paramedic Services
Location City of Kawartha Lakes, ON. Base, as assigned
Hours of Work Full-time temporary positions up to 18 months, normal working hours are 42-hours per week
Job Description
- To function in the interchangeable roles of patient care provider and driver while carrying out a range of Paramedic duties in keeping with legislative requirements and departmental policies;
- Assess and treat patients while demonstrating professionalism, respect, empathy and compassion;
- Transport patients to and from health care facilities while respecting secure operating procedures;
- Collaborate effectively with other health care professionals and emergency workers;
- Deliver oral and written reports with accuracy and completeness including all pertinent information;
- Promote community awareness of emergency medical services and the profession;
- Ensure vehicles, equipment and supplies are clean, organized and available;
- Perform other related duties or tasks as assigned.
Skills/Education Required
- Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma, or equivalent, as defined by the Ambulance Act and Regulations;
- Successful completion of a Paramedic Diploma from a Community College in Ontario;
- Advanced Care Paramedics must have successfully completed an Advanced Care Paramedic certification program from a Community College in Ontario;
- AEMCA certified by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, or AEMCA pending;
- Possess and maintain certification as a Primary Care Paramedic in the Province of Ontario; Advanced Care Paramedics must hold and maintain MOHLTC Advanced Care Paramedic Certificate;
- Ability to be certified / cross-certified with Base Hospital in Symptom Relief and Defibrillation, upon employment;
- Possess and maintain current CPR certificate, all qualifications as specified under the Ambulance Act and Regulations, and a valid Class "F" driver's licence;
- Ability to exercise effective problem solving and decision making skills, excellent clinical judgement and assessment skills;
- Above average oral and written communication, organization, numeracy, and memory skills;
- Ability to read, write and speak English;
- Ability to exercise discretion and tact and to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times;
- Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships;
- Ability to recognize and react appropriately in stressful or volatile situations;
- Ability to perform successfully in emotionally and physically demanding situations
- Ability to access electronic scheduling and Microsoft Outlook via computer.
- Applicants must also be prepared for a variety of assessments including written and practical evaluations.