The Paramedic provides advanced emergency medical care and health support within a mining environment. This role involves responding to on-site medical emergencies, stabilizing patients, and ensuring safe transport to appropriate medical facilities. The Paramedic also plays a key role in promoting occupational health and safety, conducting routine health checks, and supporting emergency preparedness programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies on-site, including trauma, cardiac, and respiratory incidents.
- Provide advanced life support (ALS) and administer medications as per protocols.
- Assess and stabilize patients in challenging environments, including underground or remote areas.
- Coordinate patient transport to external healthcare facilities when required.
- Maintain accurate medical records and comply with regulatory reporting requirements.
- Conduct routine health assessments for employees and assist with fitness-for-duty evaluations.
- Support emergency response drills and contribute to site safety initiatives.
- Ensure medical equipment and supplies are maintained and ready for use.
- Collaborate with Health & Safety team to identify and mitigate health risks.
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Education: Accredited Paramedic program completion.
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Certification: Current Paramedic license; CPR, ACLS, and trauma certifications required.
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Experience: Previous experience in industrial or remote settings preferred.
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Skills:
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work under pressure.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety principles.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Working Conditions:
- Exposure to mining environments, including underground and remote areas.
- Physical demands include lifting, bending, and extended periods of standing.
- Rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
WHAT'S ON OFFER:
- Competitive pay with quarterly bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
- Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recognition program
- In-office snack shop
- Paid training available and professional development
- Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
YOU MATTER: OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
