Zacharie Labonté
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
Bilingual Primary Care Paramedic with over 7 years of frontline emergency response experience and a Bachelor of Health Administration (Great Distinction). Practicum experience with the RPPEO focused on then maintenance of certification of community paramedics. Skilled in evidence-based practice, clinical literature review, governance, financial stewardship, and community engagement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secretary-Treasurer (volunteer)
CUPE Local 7911
01.2022 - Current
- Manage union finances, budgets, and governance compliance.
- Introduced GIC investments generating over $22,000 in interest in 2024 – first-ever financial growth for the local.
- Partnered with a team in a public awareness campaign in 2024 by securing funding, ordering merchandise, and helping organize and attend community events.
- Submitted claims for cost-sharing tied to our local’s campaign and ensured accurate financial reporting.
- Served on the negotiating committee for the 2025-2027 collective agreement, contributing to contract language and member representation.
- Presented the tentative agreement to members ahead of ratification, ensuring clarity, transparency, and engagement.
Primary Care Paramedic
United Counties of Prescott-Russell
Ottawa, Canada
01.2018 - Current
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, prompting rapid patient assessment and initiating appropriate treatment in accordance with BLSPCS and Base Hospital directives.
- Coordinate with allied agencies and request additional resources when required to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintain accountability for daily vehicle checks, equipment functionality, medications, and supplies to support operational readiness.
- Complete detailed and accurate ambulance call reports, incident reports, and legal records in compliance with legislative and organizational requirements.
- Supported public health response during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing patient care and participating in mass vaccination clinics.
Orderly – Post Anesthetic Care Unit
The Ottawa Hospital – General Campus
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Transferred post-surgical patients safely and effectively within the General Campus.
- Assisted with lifting, positioning, and ambulating patients.
- Responded to patient requests, including call bells.
- Recorded and reported changes in patient’s condition.
- Cleaned and prepared bays before patient arrivals.
Primary Care Paramedic
Kenora District Services Board – Northwest Emergency Medical Services
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Delivered urgent and non-urgent patient care per BLSPCS in a PCP-only paramedic service.
- Managed patients during extended rural transports, providing continuous monitoring and interventions.
- Gained experience by responding a high volume of calls in indigenous communities, strengthening cultural awareness and patient communication skills.
Transport Worker
The Ottawa Hospital – General Campus
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Safely and comfortably moved patient to and from various locations within the hospital using wheelchairs, beds, or other appropriate means.
- Delivered medical supplies, equipment, patient charts, specimen, and other items between departments.
- Maintained clear communication with other hospital staff to coordinate safe patient transfers.
- Adhered to hospital policies for patient and material transport, including infection control and safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Health Administration - Great Distinction
Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB04-2025
Aeromedical Theory Course -
Ornge
09-2017
Primary Care Paramedic diploma -
Collège La Cité
Ottawa, ON04-2017
Skills
- Emergency medical response and patient assessment
- Public speaking and presentation (English/French)
- Governance and consensus decision-making
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Community engagement and public awareness
- Stakeholder collaboration and teamwork
Certification
- Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant (AEMCA), Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
- Aeromedical Theory Examination, Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
- CPR/AED HCP Certification, Premergency
- The CARE Course – Comprehensive Approach to Rural Emergencies, Rural Coordination Centre of BC
Accomplishments
- Awarded an Athabasca University Convocation scholarship awarded to students with the highest grade point average from each degree.
- Partnered with a small team to conceptualize and execute a public awareness campaign showcasing paramedic roles throughout community outreach, event sponsorships, charitable donations.
- Generated over $22,000 in financial growth in 2024 for Local Union 7911 through its first-ever investment strategy.
Timeline
Secretary-Treasurer (volunteer)
CUPE Local 7911
01.2022 - Current
Orderly – Post Anesthetic Care Unit
The Ottawa Hospital – General Campus
01.2019 - 01.2023
Primary Care Paramedic
United Counties of Prescott-Russell
01.2018 - Current
Primary Care Paramedic
Kenora District Services Board – Northwest Emergency Medical Services
01.2018 - 12.2018
Transport Worker
The Ottawa Hospital – General Campus
01.2016 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Health Administration - Great Distinction
Athabasca University
Aeromedical Theory Course -
Ornge
Primary Care Paramedic diploma -
Collège La Cité
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