Cross Trained Emergency Medical Responder

Purpose of Job

Performs emergency and non-emergency duties under the direction of the ERT Captain of an assigned emergency response team.

Key Responsibilities

· Complete daily tasks and assignments under the direction of the ERT Captain of the assigned emergency response team.

· Maintain a respectful work environment by demonstrating positive workplace behaviour.

· Comply with company policies regarding code of conduct, uniform, dress, and appearance.

· Attend required meetings including daily start-of-shift meetings.

· Participate in emergency response team training.

· Complete required fire and rescue training courses.

· Complete required International SOS continuing education modules.

· Participate in continuing medical education provided by International SOS.

· Prepare and assist with medical training for the assigned emergency response team.

· Assist with the onboarding of new hires by acting as a mentor to those members as they work towards the completion of their induction package.

· Perform inspections and maintenance of fire, rescue, and EMS apparatus, equipment, and other client assets.

· Maintain the cleanliness of fire, rescue, and EMS apparatus, equipment and facilities.

· Keep up to date with site-specific fire and rescue guidelines and procedures, medical protocols,rescue plans, and pre-incident plans.

· Perform administrative duties that may be requested by the ERT Captain of the assigned team.

· Ensure International SOS is represented in a positive and professional manner when interacting with the client and other contractors on site.

· Maintain standards of practice consistent with the governing regulatory body.

· Operate within the boundaries of his or her practice permit or license.

· Carry out tasks assigned by the officer-in-charge of emergency response team operations.

· Ensure his or her tasks are performed in accordance with International SOS Fire and Rescue emergency operations policies and guidelines.

· Identify emergency scene hazards and report those hazards to the incident commander or the ERT Captain.

· Complete tactical assignments and ensure the plan of action is followed in a safe and efficient manner.

· Ensure assigned tasks are within their own scope and capabilities.

· Participate in the post-incident analysis or debrief.

· When required, participate in the incident investigation.

About You

Must-haves (minimum requirements):
•    Work experience as a EMR/Firefighter

•    NFPA 1001, NFPA 1002, NFPA 472, NFPA 1006

•    Exceptional collaboration with other groups and the ability to work under pressure
•    Current registration with BC Board
•    A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
•    Alignment with our values of expertise,passion,respect and care

Preference for:
•    Experience in an industrial setting 
•    A high level of knowledge and the ability to interpret relevant medical and operational guidelines, protocols,  policies and procedures
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
•    Collaborate with others in order to achieve the best results and deliver the most value
•    Hold others accountable, and expect others to do the same

Where you’ll be working, your work schedule, and other important information:

•    You will work out of our camp-based client sites. Accommodations & meals provided
•    The working schedule varies from 2 weeks on to 2 weeks off to 3 weeks on 3 weeks off 
•    On-call and extended hours may be required after hours when operational and business requirements indicate