Parry Sound District Paramedic Service

The Parry Sound District Community Paramedicine Program is committed to delivering compassionate, community-based healthcare that enhances the quality of life for residents. By offering accessible, personalized care and partnering with healthcare providers and community organizations, we strive to reduce hospital admissions, improve patient outcomes, and support individuals in managing their health conditions from the comfort of their homes.

Services

ROUTINE MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
  • Administration of B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
  • Administration of Prolia (Denosumab)
  • Administration of Aripiprazole (Abilify Maintena)
  • Administration of Clopixol Depot (Zuclopenthixol)
  • Administration of Paliperidone (Invega Sustenna)
VACCINATION ADMINISTRATION
  • Administration of Influenza Immunizations
  • Administration of COVID-19 Vaccine
  • Administration of Shingrix Vaccine
  • Administration of Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines (PCV20)
SYMPTOM RELIEF
  • Analgesia – Musculoskeletal Pain
  • Headache
  • Minor Allergic Reaction
  • Nausea/Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
LABORATORY AND POINT-OF-CARE TESTING
  • Oropharyngeal Specimen Collection
  • Nasopharyngeal Specimen Collection
  • Wound Culture Collection
  • Sputum Culture Collection
  • Phlebotomy
  • Urine Sample Collection & Urinalysis Point-of-Care Testing
  • INR Point-of-Care Testing
  • Glucometry Point-of-Care Testing
WOUND CARE
  • Minor Abrasions
  • Staple and Suture Removal
  • Antiseptic and Antimicrobial Wound Care
  • Wound Closure Using Cyanoacrylate Tissue Adhesive
OTHER PROCEDURES
  • Initiation of Intravenous Access
  • Ear Irrigation
  • Catheter Flushing
  • Application of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Device
  • Medication Compliance and Disposal
  • 12-Lead or 15-Lead ECG Administration
FOCUSSED ASSESSMENTS
  • Physical Assessment
  • Fall Risk Assessment
  • Palliative Performance Scale (PPS) Assessment
  • Edmonton Symptom Assessment System (ESAS)
  • Mini Cognitive Assessment: Mini-Cog with Clock Drawing and Three Word Recall
  • Mental Status Examination (MSE)
  • 60-Second Diabetic Foot Screen Assessment
  • Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) Assessment
  • Ear Exam Using Otoscope
  • Community Paramedic Home Safety Scan
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
  • Project Lifesaver Enrollment
  • Seamless MD Program

Referrals

The Parry Sound Community Paramedicine Program currently only accepts referrals from healthcare providers/community partners.

Community Paramedicine Referrals
Project Life Saver Referrals
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