r/OntarioParamedics

Hello! I just wanted to know how it works when you are getting paid on your off-days as both part time and full time. Because I do get that full time you will get paid regardless of, but I’d like to know more of how it works. Same goes for part time PCPs as I know that some services here in Ontario hire part time, so how does pay work when it’s an off-day.

Hey everyone! Just graduated and got hired. Myself and my hire group all got 6 digit OASIS numbers, they’ve made the jump from the 30000 series to 100000.

Out of curiosity, would anyone happen to know why? Does it mean something specific?

We just assumed it was to start fresh with easier numbers - but no one really knows. Love mundane knowledge.

Hi everyone ,

Just wondering if anyone knows the app that helps choosing CTAS, I believe you had to pay for a subscription but just looking for something I can pull up on my phone to get better with it. Any resources are helpful!

Services that have recently switched or have been on it for a while I would like to hear your stories. What changed for the better? What changed for the worse? What do you like and or don’t like?

Any advice or recommendations on how switching went?

Hey everyone- I’m a US medic slowly working on license reciprocity and a visa to be ready to apply to work for TPS but was curious if those who work there could shed some light on what it’s like working there and their job satisfaction. From what I can gather it’s 12 hour shifts with a mix of days and nights, a fairly busy system with a good mix of calls, and a tiered response system with both PCP and ACP ambulances. The pay/benefits seem quite good as well but a lot of people mention burnout from the call volume so I’m curious about retention. Also curious what to expect as a new hire with no seniority in terms of what shifts I’d be placed on initially. Thanks!

Guys I need help!! Now ultimately this decision is mine but I need some help on it. I’m on the waitlist for my local college (4th on it) I have also been offered a spot at a different college. Hopefully I get off the waitlist for my local college but if not do I move? Now it’s a far ways away like 10 hours. I’m from Windsor and this is a northern college. I would qualify for the learn and stay grant so that would help a lot. The main concern for me is the program moving to 3 years for 2027. If I don’t move I will be doing 4 years of college 1 year pre health 3 years paramedic. I’m 18 btw so young If that matters.
Any advice welcome!!!
Thank you

is high 70's enough to compete and secure a college position for paramedic program or should I pad it with another course? (aiming for st. clair)

Hello, I’m a 17year old, almost 18, and I will be going to the centennial paramedic program in September. I’m just a little apprehensive because from what I know there aren’t very many people that go into a paramedic program straight out of high school. I was just wondering what the typical age range is in these programs because I would rather not be the only 18year old.

Thanks

Please give me some tips for studying ! I’m finding myself just reading aimlessly, and feel like I’m not retaining the information!
I’m struggling hard with this , and I’m terrified to fail again !
I don’t know where I’m going wrong , or how I can study more accurately and ensure I understand the information.

Hey!

I’m 26 years old and looking to make a career change into paramedicine. I’m starting the Pre-Health program at Conestoga College this September, with the goal of applying to paramedic programs for September 2027.

I know how competitive paramedic programs are, so I’m trying to figure out what the best things I can do right now are to improve my chances of getting accepted.

Besides getting the highest grades possible in Pre-Health, what would you recommend?

I’m also not 100% sure which schools I’ll apply to yet. My partner is considering post-grad studies at a few different schools, so I’ll likely end up applying wherever we can both go together.

Any advice is greatly appreciated (:

Up to over 400+ always looking to add/trade more!

Hello all,

I was wondering if you’d be willing to share what your service part time availability is.

So far i’m familiar with Toronto and Peel. Any others would be appreciated! Thanks

Hey everyone!

I've spent quite a lot of time the past couple of weeks scouring the internet, and phoning all sorts of different people at both the MTO, MOH, and CVOR registrar, yet cannot seem to find the solid answer to this question, so I'm wondering if anyone here may know: why is one able to operate an ambulance for a patient transfer service with a G class license, but an F class is required once that ambulance is being operated by a paramedic service?

Just for some insight;

- despite what the HTA and o. reg 340/94 (Drivers' Licenses) says, it is NOT required to have an F class license to operate an ambulance for a patient transfer service

- a Paramedic ambulance is not technically considered a commercial vehicle (confirmed with MTO & CVOR), meaning ambulances & paramedics are exempt from hours of service rules, etc.

- I'm completely aware of how unregulated and chaotic the world of non-emergent patient transfer is, I'm just trying to understand solely the way the licensing is viewed differently between the 2 by the MTO.

If anyone has a concrete answer to this question, and is able to provide a reference that would be much appreciated.

Edited to add:
- it’s not the “lights and sirens thing”; confirmed by the MTO

- I’m aware you need an F class to be a paramedic. I’m not questioning the credentials required to be a paramedic. When it comes to actual licensing, paramedic or otherwise, in writing it states to drive ANY ambulance you MUST have an F class license. I’m looking for the answer as to why a patient transfer ambulance is seemingly exempt from this, although that does not seem to be written down anywhere.

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I'm in the process of completing my mobility certification to work in my home province and in the big city that I grew up in.

For the record my hometown is a big city but I'm very connected to it and being able to serve the community kind of gives me that warm fuzzy feeling. And the anonymity factor is not as relevant as it would be in a smaller town.

I mention this last point because when speaking with other medics, many chose not to work where they live or where they are rooted. But perhaps those are more applicable to smaller towns or regions related to privacy.

I guess what I'm wondering - are there any unforeseen or adverse effects of working in your hometown that I may not be taking into consideration? Other than the anonymity privacy factor is there anything else I should consider..

Or is the hesitancy to work in your hometown just related to small towns?

Hello!!

I’ve never posted on Reddit but I thought now would be a good time.

I am 22 F and I will be going to school in the fall to become a paramedic. I currently work in Veterinary medicine at an ER and specialist hospital as a veterinary assistant. (In the emergency and critical care department) I have been working in Vet medicine for nearly 6y, and the change was something I have been considering since 2y in.

I’m already have my BLS and ALS for animals, as well as my CPR AND BLS for humans.

I was hoping for any good advice for school, or just anything general you wish you knew before going.

Hey guys, I recently finished my paramedic program this April, and I'm preparing to write the AEMCA in June.

I was wondering if anyone who has taken it, or any other students like me getting ready to take it, could give me some tips on what to focus on.

I've already created in in depth google docs and a quizlet which I'm using to reinforce my learning, but I find that it's more so review and not actually learning the information. If anyone has any free resources that mimic the AMECA question styles, please send them to me. I'm not interested in spending alot of money on prep courses lol.

The areas I want to focus more on are those multiple multiple choice questions and decision-making.

Centennial is closer but a condensed program is appealing. Tough call but grateful for both.