BC Emergency Health Services has announced 30 new full-time community paramedic postings across the province, including some on Vancouver Island.
The Ambulance Paramedics of BC (APBC) says many of the postings have been vacant for years and this announcement is an important step towards strengthening healthcare.
“We’ve advocated strongly for this program because our members see the difference it makes in their communities,” said APBC president Jason Jackson. “We’re pleased to see these positions posted and will continue working with BCEHS to support the entire program. The work isn’t over and we see real opportunities to strengthen and expand community paramedicine in the years ahead.”
There are postings in Port McNeill, Chemainus, Tofino, Ucluelet, Port Renfrew, Salt Spring Island, Mayne Island, Denman Island, Cortes Island and Texada Island.
“APBC remains committed to helping fill these positions and ensuring proactive, community-based care remains at the heart of the program,” reads a news release from APBC.
