The Saskatchewan Health Authority's Medical First Responders (MFR's) are locally trained volunteers who respond to emergency calls. The MFR’s are dedicated, reliable and trusted leaders/mentors who have accepted the responsibility of caring for neighbors and community members while waiting for the ambulance to arrive.
Medical First Responders will complete a 44-hour MFR Course to build skills and an understanding of processes and obligations. Course dates and locations are available based on community needs. SHA MFR registration requires all MFR's to complete an educational update every two years in order to maintain their certification.
What are the prerequisites to becoming a new Medical First Responder?
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Complete an online application through this account (tab located to the top right of your screen)
- The SHA EMS Operations Manager in the area you are applying for will review your application and he/she will contact you regarding your application and follow up with the mandatory requirements
Mandatory Requirements:
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
- Letter of support from your local MFR Team Lead/SHA EMS Coordinator/SHA EMS Operations Manager
- CPR-C Certificate
Once Your Application is Accepted:
- You will be enrolled in the Medical First Responder Course
- You will complete respiratory fit testing
- Participate in the SHA Information and Guidelines Webex
- Complete SHA Orientation – EFAP, WCB, OH&S, Confidentiality
Final Steps:
- After completion of the SHA MFR Registration and Facilitator Report (signed and approved) you will be assigned a MFR Registration Number and registered with the SHA MFR Program.
- Added to MCCC dispatch
Licensed Professionals Registered with Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCOP):
- Complete the online application form (tab located to the top right of your screen).
- Provide a letter of support from the Medical First Responder Lead in the area where you want to serve
- Complete the SHA MFR Application and Facilitator Report to be registered as a SHA MFR
- Submit your current SCOP certificate, Fit Testing documents and a copy of CPR-BLS certificate (documents can be uploaded to your Better Impact account).
FOR ALL INQUIRES PLEASE EMAIL: SHAMedicalFirstResponders@saskhealthauthority.ca
Updated April 12, 2023
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We are proud to announce that the SHA MFR Program has been officially recognized for 15 years of partnership with the Canadian Red Cross as an official Training Partner.
For over a decade and a half, the SHA MFR Program has worked in collaboration with the Red Cross to deliver high-quality, trusted instruction that empowers individuals with lifesaving skills. This recognition highlights the dedication of our instructors, staff, and MFR's who have upheld the highest standards of education and service.
We are honored by this continued partnership and look forward to many more years of advancing emergency preparedness and community safety together.
