Description
The District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board is searching for a Commander of Paramedic Services to join our team based in Sault Ste. Marie.
The Commander of Paramedic Services is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the District of Sault Ste. Marie Paramedic Services (DSSMPS) within the legislated standards for land ambulance operation. The Commander of Paramedic Services will ensure delivery of quality emergency pre-hospital care and non-emergency medical transportation, and they will also respond to ambulance calls providing patient care as required.
Duties & Responsibilities Key Duties And Responsibilities Include
Supervise all field staff in the geographic area of coverage of Sault Ste. Marie
Observe care of Primary Care Paramedics in the ambulance, on scene, and at the hospital
Perform duties of other managers in their absence if assigned to do so
Ensure staff receive remedial education and discipline as necessary or as assigned
Required to work shift work and must maintain their PCP Certification at the local level of care.
Highly variable working conditions, including time spent in an office environment.
Ensure staff wear appropriate PPE when necessary
Ensure staff are following the practices of the communicable disease management with the guidelines of the PC&T; Standard
Ensure staff have required H&S; equipment and supplies in vehicles and at stations
Work closely with staff and provide direction or referral to health care providers, crisis services or EAP after traumatic calls
Ensure Staff complete all required documentation to Ontario Ambulance Documentation Standards
Complete performance appraisals for assigned staff
In conjunction with senior management, receive, investigate and document Complaint Stage Grievance information and other disciplinary matters
Ensure equipment and vehicle maintenance programs are completed as necessary to relevant policies and standards
Mitigate,



repair and / or report mechanical breakdowns or service requests to Support Services or repair/service companies as necessary
Initial Incident Commander in the event of a major incident (large MCI, unexpected weather event / natural disaster, terrorism event, etc.)
Ensure interoperability and communications with Allied resources maintained
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications The successful candidate will have solid leadership capabilities and competencies that foster a collaborative working style, and a demonstrated ability in written and verbal communication. The successful candidate will also have research, analytical, problem solving and decision making skills, and a basic working level of office technology including Microsoft Office suite, and ePCR software.
Additional Qualifications For This Position Include
Primary Care Paramedic Credentials, as per the Ambulance Act including Base Hospital Certification
IMS 100 certification or equivalent
A combination of (5) five years of industry/field experience combined with (2) two years of supervisory experience is preferred in either an acting or full-time role within a unionized environment
Valid Class F Driver’s License
Access to a reliable vehicle
Preference will be given to those candidates with operations management/supervisor, quality assurance and/or paramedic education experience
Scheduling experience with 24/7 operations; including on-call responsibilities is an asset
Ability to communicate in both official languages is considered an asset
Salary & Benefits Salary Range: $111,825 – $133,107
Collective Agreement
N/A
The District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board is an inclusive employer. Accommodation is available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Individuals requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangement.

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📌 Commander, Paramedic Services (Ontario)
🏢 District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board
📍 Ontario