primary care paramedic
_At International SOS, we are in the business of protecting and saving lives. For 40 years, we have delivered customised security risk management, health, and wellbeing solutions to organisations worldwide. With a presence in 90 countries and a team of nearly 13,000 experts, we provide 24/7 support to help organisations fulfil their Duty of Care responsibilities._
Looking for a role that offers great pay, travel coverage, and plenty of time off? Join our team in *Fort St. John, BC* as a *Full-Time Primary Care Paramedic*.
*Perks of the position:*
- All travel logistics are taken care of, including flights to and from site and comfortable camp accommodations, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience.
- 14 days on, 14 days off rotation - work only half the year while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance. Spend more time with family, travel, pursue your passions, or simply recharge on your extended time off.
- Day rate: $435 eligible for benefits
What?s in It for You?
- _*Comprehensive Benefits*__: Health, vision, and dental coverage, plus emergency travel assistance, virtual care, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program._
- _*Retention Bonus*__: Your commitment pays off?literally._
- _*All Gear Provided*__: Uniforms and PPE supplied for client sites, so you?re ready from day one._
- _*Grow Your Career*__: Access to continuing education and professional development opportunities._
- _*Earn More Through Referrals*__: Bring great people on board and get rewarded._
*Your Mission*
As a Primary Care Paramedic, you are the frontline provider of emergency medical care, delivering rapid, professional response in critical situations. This role ensures patient safety and comfort while adhering to provincial standards and organizational protocols. You?ll maintain readiness of equipment and vehicles, perform triage and medical retrievals, and provide care within your licensed scope of practice. With responsibilities spanning accurate documentation, infection control, and participation in ongoing training and quality improvement, this position demands clinical expertise, adaptability, and a commitment to excellence in every emergency scenario.
*How You?ll Contribute*
As a Primary Care Paramedic, you'll deliver exceptional emergency care while upholding provincial regulatory standards and International SOS procedures:
- Be a trusted professional, ensuring every patient interaction is compassionate, customer-focused, and clinically sound.
- Keep medical equipment and transport vehicles ready 24/7 for rapid response?because lives depend on it.
- Participate in medical retrieval services and perform patient triage when needed.
- Stay sharp by completing annual skills assessments and actively pursuing ongoing education.
- Operate confidently within your licensed scope of practice while supporting team excellence.
- Answer incoming calls promptly and manage daily/nightly operational duties with precision.
- Contribute to internal training programs by preparing and delivering sessions that elevate team skills.
- Monitor equipment health, maintain inventories, and ensure all stock and PPE are available and in-date.
- Uphold strict infection control practices to protect patients and colleagues.
- Maintain accurate, timely patient records and prepare reports as required.
- Engage in scheduled meetings, committees, and working groups to drive continuous improvement.
- Assist in writing procedures and identifying risks to strengthen quality standards.
- Be an active participant in the Quality Improvement Program, ensuring service excellence every day.
*The Talent We?re Looking For*
*Must-haves (minimum requirements):*
- Work experience as a Primary Care Paramedic
- Exceptional collaboration with other groups and the ability to work under pressure
- Current registration with EMALB
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- A valid driver?s license and a clean driving record
- Alignment with our values