Sponsored Training
Become an Emergency
Medical Responder
With a Job Offer*
Shared Health is offering a unique opportunity to join our West Zone team through a sponsored Emergency Medical Responder training program
Are you ready to make a real difference in your community? If you thrive in fast-paced environments, stay composed in challenging situations and want to start a rewarding career in health care, this program is for you. Not only will you gain valuable practical experience, but you will also have the opportunity for employment upon successful completion, setting you up for a fulfilling career in Emergency Medical Services.
In Manitoba, Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) are trained healthcare professionals who provide immediate, life-saving care in emergency situations. As the first point of contact in many medical emergencies, EMRs work alongside trained paramedics, performing essential tasks such as patient assessment, trauma management, and monitoring vital signs to support stabilization of individuals. To practice, they must complete an accredited EMR program and be certified through the College of Paramedics of Manitoba, ensuring they meet the standards required for safe and effective pre-hospital care.
What’s in it for you?
- Sponsored training with employment opportunities in western Manitoba after successful completion of the program, COPR exam and certificate of practice with College of Paramedics of Manitoba
*with one-year return of service agreement - Great starting wage and comprehensive health and dental benefits
- 3 weeks paid vacation (accrued)
- Mentored orientation and ongoing support, with opportunities for career progression and skill development
Eligibility Requirements
- High school diploma
- Proof of age (must be 18 years or older)
- Valid Class V Manitoba driver’s license * (minimum), must obtain Class IV Manitoba driver’s license prior to employment
- A satisfactory Criminal Records Check including Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of the program.
- Up-to-date immunizations and antibody testing (Hepatitis B, MMR, Pertussis, Polio, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Varicella, Influenza, Tuberculosis)
- English language proficiency requirements
*Employment offer conditional upon certification of practice with College of Paramedics of Manitoba, and meeting Shared Health employment requirements