Vanguard Air Care is currently accepting applications from loyal, dedicated, experienced Advance Care Paramedics with energy and a positive attitude to join our aero-medical transport team of dedicated, caring health care providers.
Vanguard Air Care Headquarters is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba and operates out of (4) air ambulance bases strategically located in Manitoba: (Winnipeg, Island Lake, Norway House and Thompson)
Vanguard Air Care, is pleased to offer a competitive compensation package to the successful applicant.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have successfully graduated with an Advance Care Paramedic Diploma from an Accredited Advance Care Program and have a minimum of 2 years of emergency care experience as an ACP.

• Currently registered or able to be registered as an ACP with the College of Paramedics of Manitoba
• Current Basic Life Support Certification
• Current Advance Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Current Pediatric Advance Life Support Certification
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
• Current International Trauma Life Support / Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support
• CAMATA or equivalent certificate
• Proof of Immunizations

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Criminal Record including Vulnerable Person clearance
• Manitoba Child Abuse Registry clearance
• Must be able to obtain a Transport Canada RAIC pass
• Physically capable of performing the duties of a Flight Medic-ACP.
• Willing to work in remote locations without supervision
• Willing and able to work during various weather conditions
• Must provide a valid passport

SKILLS:

• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, nursing stations, and the public while executing strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels.
• Demonstrates high critical thinking and reasoning skills and strong attention to detail while working in an environment that requires ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Dependable and self-motivated while working in a frequently changing environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities:

• The Flight Medic-ACP will assess, treat, prepare patient for transport and accompany patients on the Air Ambulance to the receiving facility.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will perform advance skills and procedures as approved by the College of Paramedics of Manitoba.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will be required to be knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by vanguard Air Care. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to insure repair of equipment as directed.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will keep the aircraft clean and orderly to insure rapid response to all transport requests.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will represent Vanguard Air Care and its affiliates in a professional and respectful manner at all times and reports directly to the Clinical Operations Manager .
• The Flight Medic-ACP works closely and effectively with other members of the air ambulance crew to ensure a positive outcome for all stakeholders.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will maintain his/her documents of required licensure, certifications, continuing education and any other relevant training to his/her scope of practice.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will serve as a role model, educator and clinical resource. Participates in departmental activities, projects and committees.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will maintain awareness of current issues related to transport care through participation in professional activities.

SCHEDULE:

Vanguard Air Care is currently seeking applications for the following opening:

• Part time 7 days on, 21 days off rotation.

• The Flight Medic-ACP will assess, treat, prepare patient for transport and accompany patients on the Air Ambulance to the receiving facility.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will perform advance skills and procedures as approved by the College of Paramedics of Manitoba.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will be required to be knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by vanguard Air Care. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to insure repair of equipment as directed.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will keep the aircraft clean and orderly to insure rapid response to all transport requests.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will represent Vanguard Air Care and its affiliates in a professional and respectful manner at all times and reports directly to the Clinical Operations Manager .
• The Flight Medic-ACP works closely and effectively with other members of the air ambulance crew to ensure a positive outcome for all stakeholders.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will maintain his/her documents of required licensure, certifications, continuing education and any other relevant training to his/her scope of practice.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will serve as a role model, educator and clinical resource. Participates in departmental activities, projects and committees.
• The Flight Medic-ACP will maintain awareness of current issues related to transport care through participation in professional activities