Muskoka Medical Centre jobs

The District Municipality of Muskoka is currently recruiting for a

The District of Muskoka is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce, encouraging applications from all
qualified individuals. Our organization is committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of
goods and services, and we are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related
accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible.

Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Any questions regarding this posting should be directed to the
Human Resources Department.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary Care Paramedic

Department: Paramedic Services Reports to: Platoon Superintendent, Paramedic Services
Effective

Date: September 2016 Supersedes: NEW

SUMMARY
Provides the effective assessment, treatment and transportation of patients to/ from medical and/ or other facilities
throughout the District of Muskoka. The Paramedic is required to act in the capacity of either driver of the
ambulance or attendant to the patient.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to):

• Patient Care:

Hospital protocols, which may include:
 Completing patient assessments, including assessing the scene for hazards;
 Initiating treatment including administering medications and continued monitoring and reassessment;
 Conducting cardiac defibrillation, CPR, oxygen, manual ventilation, IV treatment, bandaging, etc.;
 Coordinating with other primary care or medical service providers on the best approach for patient care.

• Transport and transfer of patient:

• Vehicle, Equipment & Station Maintenance and Driving:

• Documentation:

(Ambulance Call Report) per the Ontario Ambulance Documentation Standards– Patient & Patient Care
Documentation;

o Maintain communication with dispatch and attain direct links with Base Hospitals, as required;
o Liaise with dispatch centres, base hospital staff, police, fire, and family members to ensure relevant information

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of a 2 year Community College program in Emergency Health Care/ Para-medicine (EMCA)
• Certified as a Primary Care Paramedic in the Province of Ontario
• Meets all Ambulance Act and Ontario Regulation 257 requirements for employment
• Valid CPR, Restricted Radio Operator’s license and all qualification that meet legislated requirements
• Proven knowledge of basic life support medical care methods, procedures and techniques, and specifications related to

PARAMEDIC RECRUITMENT PACKAGE

2026

Dear Candidate,

We are pleased that you are entering the PCP recruitment process with Muskoka Paramedic
Services! The recruitment package provides the documentation required by MPS in addition to
the respective deadlines. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be advised only
successful candidates will be contacted to proceed to the next step in the recruitment process.

Deadline Submission

Resume / Cover Letter/
References (see job posting)

Open Recruitment

mps@muskoka.on.ca
Reference Template (all
applicable fields completed and
signed)

Health Questionnaire (all
applicable fields must be
complete and signed by
physician)

mps@muskoka.on.ca

Class F Drivers License (or
greater)

mps@muskoka.on.ca

PCP College Diploma (or
confirmation of graduation)

or in person at:

AEMCA Certificate (or
confirmation AEMCA pending)

Muskoka Paramedic Services
Headquarters

225 Taylor Rd.
Bracebridge, ON

Drivers Abstract (valid within 60
days)

Vulnerable Criminal Record
Search (valid within 60 days or
proof of application)

Successful OPPAT Certification
(within last 180 days)

PLEASE NOTE:

The following dates are scheduled for recruitment; successful candidates will be assigned
any of these dates to attend. You will only be notified if you are successful in moving
forward in the process. Please note that all recruitment sessions will take place at MPS
Headquarters, and all notifications will be made solely by e-mail. Dates and locations
are subject to change.

Testing

February/March 2026

Interviews

February/March 2026

Job Offers (conditional upon successful

OSCE’s)

Spring 2026

Base Hospital Certification

Spring 2026

Orientation

Anticipated May 2026

REFERENCES:

(Previous employment references preferred)





Name:

Relationship:

Phone Number:

Email address:

I declare all the above references to be true and correct. I authorize the District of
Muskoka or any third party to contact the above.

Applicant Signature

Date

Health Questionnaire

Revised: April 1 2022

The information in this document is collected solely for the purpose of meeting the required
standard of The Ambulance Act, O. Reg. 257/00 and to ensure your physical capability as a
condition of gaining employment as a paramedic in the Province of Ontario. Please note, upon
hiring all original documentation will be verified and a copy of the original will be retained by
Muskoka Paramedic Services administration and will not be released to other agencies.

This area for APPLICANT COMPLETION

Name:

Date of Birth YYYY / MM / DD
Gender: Male Female

Address:

City:

Province

Postal Code

Telephone Number:

Email:

Applicant’s Certificate and Release of Information

I declare all information on this document is true and correct. By signing below, I am agreeing to
undergo a health assessment for such information as necessary in the interests of health, safety,
wellness and work capabilities. I understand any false or misrepresentation of the information
indicated on this document would terminate my employment contractual agreement with Muskoka
Paramedic Services. I have read and understood this consent. I have been given the opportunity
to ask questions about this form and have had them answered to my satisfaction.

The fee for the completion of this document is the sole responsibility of the applicant and not the
responsibility of Muskoka Paramedic Services.

Applicant’s Signature:

Date:

This area for PHYSICIAN OR DELEGATE COMPLETION

PARAMEDIC NAME:

RECORD OF IMMUNIZATION

Disease

Schedule

Date of vaccination or date

immunization was confirmed
by lab report

Physician or Delegate
Signature:

Tetanus /
Diphtheria

Primary series (3 doses) if unimmunized

Tetanus diphtheria (Td) booster doses
every 10 years

Polio

Primary series (3 doses) if previously
unimmunized or unknown polio
immunization history

Pertussis

1 single dose of tetanus diphtheria
acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine
regardless of age if not previously
received in adulthood

Varicella
(Chickenpox)

2 doses if no evidence of immunity

Measles

2 doses if no evidence of immunity

Mumps

1 single dose if no evidence of
immunity

Rubella

1 single dose if no evidence of
immunity

Hepatitis B

2 – 4 age appropriate doses and
serologic testing within 1 – 6 months
after completing the series

Influenza

n/a

Covid-19

n/a

PHYSICIAN STATEMENT OF CARE:

Based on today's examination Applicant Name

Is free from Communicable Disease and is considered both psychologically and physically fit to
safely perform the full duties of a paramedic.

Physician/Delegate's Name:

Physician/Delegate's Address:

Physician/Delegate's Signature: Date: