Staff Update #11 – Week in Review

Staff Communications Survey – Closing Soon!

This is the last week to provide your feedback for the Staff Communications survey! Have your say as we evaluate and modernize the way that we communicate with each of you.

To fill out the short survey, scan the QR code, or log on to register your responses. Participation is voluntary, and all responses are confidential. Survey closes March 21.  

2023 Ambulance Service Review

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that Toronto Paramedic Services’ 2023 Land Ambulance Service Review will take place from May 29 to June 1, 2023. While we continue to prepare for the audit, staff are reminded to please continue to ensure:

  • Proper hand hygiene is performed at all times
  • An electronic vehicle check sheet (EVCS) is completed every shift
  • The use of the full stretcher safety restraint system, including shoulder straps, which is mandatory on all stretcher patients
  • Proper and thorough cleaning of all patient-care equipment and vehicle, with a focus on the patient compartment
  • Your MOH ID Card AND your TPS ID Card are on your person at all times while at work 
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Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) Training Opportunity

An ACP Training Opportunity is now open. Eligible applicants must submit their application online by 23:59 on Friday, March 31, 2023. For questions related to the training opportunity, send an email to acp@toronto.ca, or phone:

  • A.J. Grass                 437-335-5194,
  • Ben Wadowski        416-392-1490, or
  • Ryan Strum             437-244-6741

Job Opportunity

A job call for Coordinator Fleet Maintenance is also currently open. Interested applicants can find more information and apply via the City’s website.

Staff Communications Recap   

The following memorandums and opportunities were released this week:

All Staff

Operations

Communications and Operations

Updated Operations Directory

Get all the contact info you need with the updated operations directory which is now available on the Staff Blog.

St. Patrick’s Day

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! There’s plenty of ways to mark the occasion this weekend, with celebrations culminating on Sunday, March 19 at the annual Toronto St. Patrick’s Parade.

March is also Irish Heritage Month, celebrating the contributions of Irish Canadians to our country.

Thank you for all you continue to do as you serve our residents and visitors, each and every day. Take care, stay safe, and stay positive.

Sincerely,

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Jamie Burnett