Paramedic Superintendent

• Attend and inspect each Paramedic Station, nonurgent stations, and Emergency First Response Team on both a regular and a responsive basis
• Investigate and report all collisions, incidents and events involving DSB fleet as per legislative and policy requirements
• Ensure the maintenance of equipment and vehicles is performed
• Provide incident command oversight, and support to paramedics and to first respond as required
• Participate in the development and implementation of operational and organization goals, objectives and performance standards
• Initiate and assist Professional Standards personnel with investigations
• Assist with the development, implementation and review of policies and procedures
• Monitor and assess the quality of patient care and report discrepancies
• Assist organization to ensure all requisite documentation is completed in accordance with legislation and policy
• Maintain communication capacity with the MOHLTC CACC
• Address immediate health and safety concerns, and report issues to the Deputy Chief
• Maintain incident management system certification
• Perform necessary on call duties
• Monitor and manage paramedic and nonurgent staffing profiles
• Assist senior personnel to develop and implement policy and procedure for Paramedic Services
• Manage performance of subordinate personnel and act to remediate any deficiencies
• Identify staff development opportunities and education potentials
• Assist in the evaluation and issuance of both discipline and non-disciplinary remediation
• Prepare and disseminate performance evaluations for subordinate staff
• Manage any internal or external conflict surrounding service delivery, or operational oversight
• Act as a member of the hiring/orientation committee for the service as directed
• Monitor and provide the organization with necessary support regarding staff qualifications
• Report discrepancies in staff qualifications to the Deputy Chief
• Ensure that fleet and equipment adhere to and are not modified from either the legislated standards or manufacturer’s requirements
• Continuously monitor operations, deployment and resources
• Review reports, studies, publications and other sources of information to remain current
• Attend meetings, conferences, seminars etc. as required
• Assist, as directed with the selection, procuring, maintenance and de-commissioning of material resources
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and community partners
• Exercise sound judgement in all internal and external interactions
• Access appropriate resources/supports to make recommendations to management
• Promote mission, vision and values

• Graduate of a Canadian accredited Paramedic Program
• 5 years’ experience working as a Paramedic
• 1-3 years management/supervisory experience
• A valid Ontario Class Drivers License permitting operation of an ambulance, with insured vehicle for employment related use
• Registered and in good standing Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant (AEMCA)
• Ability to achieve and maintain PCP Certification by the designated Base Hospital
• Maintain annual certification in PAD, CPR Level HCP, S.A.M Program

Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset

• Employer-matched pension plan
• group health benefits which include optical, dental, drug, and extended health benefits
• wellness program that is available to spouses and children
• Career growth
• Diverse and inclusive work culture
• Continuing education for staff