Posted 2 months ago
Ambulance Operator/Attendant
@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a temporary full-time Ambulance Operator/Attendant (Emergency Medical Responder) in the Western Zone, based at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, until 28 June 2028 with possible extension. The role drives ambulances to transport patients and provides EMR-level patient care, with shift work across days, evenings, nights and weekends. Pay is CAD 24.26 to 26.71 per hour.
Responsibilities:
- Drive ambulances safely to transport patients
- Provide full-scope EMR care during transport
- Lift and move patients and equipment
- Promote person- and family-centred care
- Integrate safety into work practices and identify risks
Requirements summary:
- Completed approved 10-day Emergency Medical Responder course
- Current NL Paramedicine Regulation EMR registration
- Valid Class 4 driver's licence
- Current Basic Life Support certification
- Physical capability testing certificate within last 3 months
- Satisfactory driver's abstract and certificate of conduct
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Source type not verified · nlhs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Client sites, Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 100 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Emergency Medical Responder registration, Basic Life Support, Physical Capability Testing certificate, Medical authorization with OPMD |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record, criminal record |
| Education | High school (preferred) |
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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | St. John's |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 983 |
| Zone: Western Zone Location: WMH - Western Memorial Regional Hospital Ambulance Operator/Attendant Western Zone - RCS Road Amb-CBrook Temporary Full-time (until 28 June 2028, with possibility of extension) CUPE-HS 79398RP1 |
|---|
| Hours | 75 (12 hours, 8 hours, Shift Work, Other Shift; Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends) |
| Salary | CGCU25 (CAD24.26 - CAD26.71 per hour) |
| Competition Number | VAC0028666 |
| Posted Date | 2026-09-02 |
| Closing Date | Open until filled. |
| Demands, duties, qualifications | Definition of work: Reporting to the District Operations Manager, the Ambulance Operator/Attendant (also known as Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)) will be responsible for skilled work in the operation of ambulances in transporting patients while exercising care and skill in driving. The successful incumbent will work at the full scope of an EMR to provide optimal patient care. The EMR must also utilize proper lifting of patients and other related duties as required. Job Demands: By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Required qualifications:
Preferred qualifications:
To assist us in processing your application, please include your Class 4 License, Driver's Abstract, and NLPR Registration (if obtained), along with your up-to-date resume, when applying for this position. |
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