Paramedic Aide (EMS)
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Paramedic Aide
Department: Essex-Windsor EMSLocation: Essex County (various)
Position Type: Part Time (24 hours/week) (up to 8 positions)
Salary: $24.85 per hour
Posting #: EMS-15-26
Posting Opens: April 21 2026
Posting Closes: May 1 2026
Who We Are:
The County of Essex Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services is committed to providing the highest quality emergency medical pre-hospital care to the citizens of the County of Essex the City of Windsor and the Township of Pelee.Our purpose is to foster fiscally responsible quality care through:
- Maintaining mutually supportive relationships with other emergency services and health care agencies in our community.
- Participating in public education for prevention and awareness.
- Providing continuous quality improvement to ensure the highest standards are achieved.
- Supporting our employees and providing them with the tools and methods to accomplish the highest quality of care.
Our paramedics go above and beyond 365 days per year. They strive to keep our citizens safe through community education programs and visits to special events and schools.
Day in the Life:
Reporting to a District Chief and/or Equipment and Maintenance Supervisor and assigned to various sites within Essex County and the City of Windsor Paramedic Aides are intended to provide Paramedics support in cleaning equipment stocking ambulances moving vehicles and other supportive duties as assigned.
Paramedic Aides are not patient-facing and do not provide patient care in any manner or capacity.
What We Are Looking For:
The County of Essex embraces diversity and inclusion in our workforce and workplace. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable environment for people to be themselves. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let us know of any accommodations through emailprotected. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. This information can be made available in alternate formats upon request.
Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for this employment opportunity only.
Paramedic Aides are not patient-facing and do not provide patient care in any manner or capacity.
What We Are Looking For:
- Preference will be given to individuals working toward a Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree (priority selection will be given to candidates enrolled in a College Paramedic Program).
- Completion of a secondary school diploma.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to safely and effectively work with others; excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated accuracy and ability to use computers.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position and use required PPE.
- Good understanding of infectious diseases and the importance of safety in an emergency care setting.
- Must be reliable with a good attendance record.
- Possess a valid drivers licence and access to a vehicle.
- Candidates will be required to be fit tested for respiratory protection and undergo training for proper PPE donning doffing and safe sanitation practices.
Application Process:
Qualified applicants are invited to apply online at the Career Opportunities section of our website at by 9:00 am on Friday May 1 2026. Due to the volume of applicants only selected applicants will be contacted.The County of Essex embraces diversity and inclusion in our workforce and workplace. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable environment for people to be themselves. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let us know of any accommodations through emailprotected. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. This information can be made available in alternate formats upon request.
Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for this employment opportunity only.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Essex County is a mainly rural county in Southwestern Ontario, comprising seven municipalities. Whether you are a resident, visitor or business, discover what County of Essex has to offer.
