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Job Ad
Ministry: Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
Division: Emergency Health Services Branch
Position Title: AMBULANCE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICERS
Duration: 2 Irregular-On Call (Up to 6 Months)
Location: 435 S. James Street, Thunder Bay, P7E 6S7, North Region
Compensation Group: OPSEU
Salary: $25.96 - $30.81 per hour*
Position Status: Open
Job Code: 16710 - Ambulance Communications Officer 1
Schedule: 4.7
Category: Administrative and Support Services
Job ID: 22405



A challenging opportunity exists in a central ambulance communications centre. We are seeking dedicated individuals to: work rotating shifts in a 24/7 environment; process 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency requests for ambulance service; direct ambulance movements; provide pre-arrival instructions; communicate with individuals under stress; and operate complex computer-aided telecommunications equipment. Requires working on an as-needed basis with no guarantee of number of hours worked.
Qualifications:strong multi-tasking, organizational and memory recall skills; ability to maintain control under pressure and use professional judgment; excellent critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills; skill in handling situations in a professional manner; excellent leadership, customer service, interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills; proficiency in computer software and computer based telecommunications applications; good understanding of spatial concepts such as reading maps, calculating time, distance and movement; demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures and information; typing at 35wpm with 90% accuracy. Only candidates who clearly identify they meet these qualifications will be considered.

Job offer conditional upon: satisfactory criminal record check; valid standard first-aid and targeted responder CPR certificate, successful completion of computer-based training followed by Ambulance Communications Officer provincial certification, Restricted Radio Operator certification, and successful completion of on-the-job training.

Posting Date:Friday, October 30, 2009
Closing Date:Monday, November 16, 2009
Applications must be received by the end of the closing date with the Job ID number quoted.
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OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying to positions.

The Ontario Public Service is an equal opportunity employer.
Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.