Primary Care Paramedic

Recruitment Details

Primary Care Paramedic

Eligibility List for 2026

Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service

Posting No.: 126919

The City of Winnipeg is a vibrant and dynamic organization with many opportunities!

We offer a diverse and welcoming work environment that delivers quality services to our citizens.

Department: Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service

Designated Work Location: Various onsite

Posit ion Type: This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list that will be used to staff future Primary Care Paramedic classes. Candidates from this list may be considered to fill full-time and part-time positions as opportunities arise.

Salary: Starting $58,554.06 - $97,448.45 Annually, after 11 years of service.

Employee Group: Manitoba Government & General Employees’ Union (MGEU – Local 911)

Posting No.: 126919

Closing Date: December 31, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self- declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples, Racialized Peoples, Women, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples, and Newcomers.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

The Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) is central to high quality emergency medical response, pre-hospital and community based medical care. Under the supervision as determined by the department’s organizational structure and the Medical Directors designated scope of practice, the PCP is responsible for providing medical services to the citizens of Winnipeg in accordance with established and approved medical standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

In addition, the PCP will be responsible for precepting PCP students from accredited colleges and students from rural Manitoba. The Department has a matrix of responsibility and the PCPs’ reporting relationship responds to that model as follows:

• Station Officer – routing activities within the station.
• Platoon Chief Paramedic Operations – HR, scheduling, operational matters.
• District Chief Paramedic Operations – medical standards and protocols, and quality assurance matters.

As The Primary Care Paramedic, You Will

• Respond to emergent and non-emergent situations and provide emergency medical care and transport to hospital.
• Provide emergency medical care in accordance with established and approved medical standards and protocols and as per the Medical Director’s designated scope of practice.
• Participate in public education, injury prevention, and community relations activities.
• Successfully complete all training programs required to maintain established certification standards as established by the Medical Director and Senior Administration.
• Carry out established vehicle, equipment and station cleaning procedures and maintain required equipment and supplies inventories.
• Participate in specialty programs such as Community Paramedicine, Tactical Emergency Medical Support, etc as requested.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Program Certificate (minimum) accredited by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) (prior to February 2018) or Accreditation Canada (after February 2018). Consideration for inclusion on the Eligibility List may be given to applicants currently registered in a PCP Program but have not achieved College of Paramedics of Manitoba Certificate of Practice in good standing. Individuals must possess a valid College of Paramedics of Manitoba PCP certificate of practice prior to any offer of employment.
• Heart and Stroke CPR Certification – Basic Life Support Level.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Certificate is an asset. Consideration may also be given to applicants currently registered in the program. Provincial equivalents will be accepted; however, out of province applicants must show proof of having completed the equivalent course.
• Previous work experience as a Paramedic is an asset.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and health standards guidelines and procedures.
• Knowledge and ability to apply conditions of FIPPA and PHIA, handling confidential information and sensitive or contentious issues with tact, diplomacy, integrity and discretion.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Effective written communication skills with the ability to prepare and maintain detailed and accurate reports and records.
• Ability to provide a high level of patient care in an empathetic, respectful, and professional manner.
• Ability to follow instructions, protocols, and complete tasks while efficiently organizing and prioritizing time and resources.
• Ability to make critical decisions in a timely manner, under stressful and chaotic emergency situations while maintaining composure.
• Ability to be resilient when faced with difficult, stressful and chaotic situations that are outside of your control.
• Ability to work in a team setting demonstrating superior interpersonal skills in dealings with the public, co-workers, supervisors, and other agencies and professionals (i.e. Police and other health care professionals).
• Ability to respond respectfully and effectively to the diversity of the population served.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Products such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must possess and maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada.
• Possess and maintain a valid College of Paramedics of Manitoba PCP Certificate of Practice (minimum) in good standing (photocopy). Provincial equivalents will be accepted, however, out of province applicants must show proof of having transferred their license to Manitoba prior to their first day of recruit training. Applicants do not need to have the license to apply, but this will be required prior to an offer of employment. You must enroll in the College of Paramedics of Manitoba (CBMB) for continued maintenance and renewal of your license. For more information, please visit the College of Paramedics at https://collegeparamb.ca/ .
• Police Information Check and Police Vulnerable Sector Check (original copy) from the City of Winnipeg Police Service (RCMP or provincial equivalent), satisfactory to the employer which must be dated no more than thirty (30) days prior to the start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. Any infractions, offences or investigations occurring prior or after application submission must be reported to the WFPS. For more information please visit: https://winnipeg.ca/police/pr/PIC.stm#online .
• Child Abuse Registry Check (original copy) from the Government of Manitoba Child Abuse Registry Unit (or provincial equivalent), satisfactory to the employer which must be dated no more than thirty (30) days prior to the start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. Any infractions, offences or investigations occurring prior or after application submission must be reported to the WFPS. For more information please visit https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/childfam/child_abuse_registry.html .
• Adult Abuse Registry Check (original copy) from the Government of Manitoba Adult Abuse Registry Unit (or provincial equivalent), satisfactory to the employer which must be dated no more than thirty (30) days prior to the start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. Any infractions, offences or investigations occurring prior or after application submission must be reported to the WFPS. For more information please visit https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/adult_abuse_registry.html .
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 4 Driver’s License (or provincial equivalent) (Airbrake Endorsement would be considered an asset), satisfactory to the employer. Documentation must not have any alcohol related charges and/or convictions. Provincial equivalents will be accepted, however, out of province applicants must show proof of having transferred their license to Manitoba prior to their first day of recruit training. Any infractions, offences or investigations occurring prior or after application submission must be reported to the WFPS.
• Valid Driver Safety Rating Scale Statement (original copy) from Manitoba Public Insurance (or provincial equivalent), satisfactory to the employer which must be dated no more than thirty (30) days prior to the start date of employment. Documentation must be no more than minus four (-4) on the Driver Safety Rating scale. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. Any infractions, offences or investigations occurring prior or after application submission must be reported to the WFPS. For more information please visit https://www.mpi.mb.ca/en/DL/DL/DSR/pages/dsroverview.aspx .
• Driver’s Abstract (original copy) from Manitoba Public Insurance (or provincial equivalent), satisfactory to the employer which must be dated no more than thirty (30) days prior to the start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. Any infractions, offences or investigations occurring prior or after application submission must be reported to the WFPS. For more information please visit https://www.mpi.mb.ca/en/DL/DL/Records/Pages/drv-records.aspx .
• Meet current Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service Vision Standards. Documentation must be current and have been completed within the previous twelve (12) months prior to the start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. Tests must be submitted on the City of Winnipeg form and can be printed off in our application manual or on our website at www.winnipeg.ca/fps/careers/ . This form was updated June 14, 2019 and vision requirements have changed. We require the most up to date form to be submitted.
• Must meet the Class 4 driving standard. Class 1-4 (Emergency) visual acuity is not less than 20/30 (6/9) with both eyes open and examined together.
• If applicant’s vision has been corrected by Refractive Surgery within the past 24 months, please complete the Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) & Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) Questionnaire and Follow-Up Report.
• Color vision – Farnsworth D-15 is required if Ishihara fail.
• Horizontal Visual Field – standard for Class 4 license. May drive if person’s horizontal visual field of vision is not less than 150 degrees in both eyes tested together.

• Meet current Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service Hearing Standards. Documentation must be current and have been completed within the previous twelve (12) months prior to start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. No standard City of Winnipeg form required.
• Normal unaided hearing thresholds no greater than 30 decibels in each ear at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz and no significant loss in higher frequency.
• Test results must include all of the following frequencies: 500, 1K, 2K, 3K, 4K, 6K, and 8K Hz.
• Meet current Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Record of Immunizations and Antibody Testing Standards. Documentation must be current and have been completed within the previous twelve (12) months prior to start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. Tests must be submitted on the City of Winnipeg form and can be printed off in our application manual or on our website at www.winnipeg.ca/fps/careers/ . Important changes as per the Canadian Immunization Guidelines affecting Health Care Workers regardless of year of birth. Paramedics, Firefighter Paramedics, and Firefighters are considered Health Care Workers. This form was updated June 7, 2019 and immunization requirements have changed. We require the most up to date form to be submitted.
• Measles Virus Vaccine (Red, Rubeola)
• Mumps
• Rubella (German Measles)
• Varicella (Chicken Pox)
• Polio
• Hepatitis B Vaccine
• Tetanus (booster status must be current)
• Tuberculosis (2 step Mantoux testing only, vaccination not required)
• Influenza Vaccine
• Meet current Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Record Chest X-Ray Standards. Documentation must be current and have been completed within the previous five (5) years prior to start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. No standard City of Winnipeg form required. The Chest X-Ray Report does not replace Mantoux testing.
• Canadian Physical Fitness Evaluation Certificate from the University of Manitoba, satisfactory to the employer which must be current and have been completed within the previous twelve (12) months prior to start date of employment. This document will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. Assessments will be scheduled by the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service with the University of Manitoba Physical Education Department. Applicants will only be scheduled for this assessment if they are successful through the recruitment process. This assessment is a pass or fail and applicants will only be given one attempt, no exceptions.

For more information please visit: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/kinrec/recreationservices/occupation_paramedic.html

• The successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a medical examination administered by the City of Winnipeg Occupational Health Branch.
• Physically capable, willing and able to perform duties of the position in varying work environments and adverse weather environments and conditions such as extreme temperatures (hot, cold), Precipitation (rain, snow, etc.), dry/humid/dusty and/or smoky air, brightness/ darkness, warehouse like conditions at times, loud or otherwise harmful noises, exposure to chemicals/toxins/gases/fire, exposure to mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Willingness and ability to work extended or varied hours, evening and weekends. The hours of work are full-time – 84 hours biweekly – platoon system – rotating 12-hour shifts (4 shifts on – 2 day shifts and 2-night shifts – and 4 days off) which is considered one tour. The hours of work for a part-time employee is a guarantee of a minimum of 24 shifts in a 12-week cycle. There is an expectation that part-time employees will be available to work additional unscheduled shifts up to the equivalent of full-time if and when necessary, subject to the provisions of the collective agreement.
• During the departmental orientation, the successful candidate will be required of achieving a passing standard of 80% for each WFPS written examination and a pass mark for each practical examination, as outlined in the Recruit Orientation Manual which will be provided prior to the start of the orientation.

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE , including all documentation listed below:

• Applicants must submit a current resume, clearly indicating how they meet the qualifications of the position. (Required)
• Proof of completion of a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Program Certificate (minimum) accredited by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) (prior to February 2018) or Accreditation Canada (after February 2018) (photocopy of diploma and transcript of marks). (Required)
• Proof of a valid College of Paramedics - Primary Care Paramedic Certificate of Practice. (minimum)(photocopy). Provincial equivalents will be accepted, however, out of province applicants must show proof of having transferred their license to Manitoba prior to their first day of recruit training. (Required)
• Proof of completion of a Heart and Stroke CPR Certification – Basic Life Support Level. (Required)
• Canadian Physical Fitness Evaluation Certificate from the University of Manitoba or an equivalent Physical Fitness Evaluation Certificate, satisfactory to the Employer, which must be current and have been completed within the previous twelve (12) months prior to start date of employment. (If Applicable)

For an application manual which contains more information about the position, application requirements, selection process, frequently asked questions, and application forms, please visit the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service website: http://www.winnipeg.ca/fps/careers

• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position *
• Applications submitted without the REQUIRED documentation will not be considered. *

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents, please refer to our FAQ’s or contact 311.

Hours Of Work

Full-Time – 84 Hours Biweekly – Platoon System – Rotating 12 Hour Shifts (1 Tour is 4 Shifts On – 2 Day Shifts & 2 Night Shifts – and 4 Shifts Off)

Part-Time – Guarantee of a minimum of 24 Shifts in a 12-week cycle. There is an expectation that part-time employees will be available to work additional unscheduled shifts up to the equivalent of full-time if and when necessary, subject to the provisions of the collective agreement.

Employee Group: Manitoba Government & General Employees’ Union (MGEU – Local 911)

Position Reports to: Platoon Chief of Paramedic Operations

Contact Person: Chidimma Okoli, Human Resource Consultant

Contact Email: ***email_hidden***

• Vacancies will be filled in accordance with the current collective agreement with the Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union (MGEU – Local 911).
• If, and when this temporary position becomes permanent, the successful applicant to this bulletin will automatically receive the position, and a further bulletin will not be necessary.
• Applicants will be expected to undergo assessments to determine their knowledge, abilities and skills as they relate to the qualifications of the position.

We value diversity in our workplace. Indigenous peoples, women, racialized peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.