Medix EMS

It's been a bit of a shakey morning with 2 localized earthquakes early. With a 4.2 occouring mid Juan De Fuca Straight and a 3.7 occurring in Chemainus approximately 30 min later. Did you feel it? Be prepared with a survival kit and an evacuation plan. #BCShakeOut is October 17 so it's a great time to get ready and know what to do in case of a major earthquake or disaster.

Product Change! Starting today, Medix EMS has released our new line of WCB First Aid Kits. On Nov 01, 2024 Worksafe BC has gone to a national footing for first aid requirements. Which means effective immediately, we have retired the soon to be outdated OFA 1 - 3 kits and moved to these awesome new builds. Due to popular demand we have build a whole new Advanced Backpack (without Oxygen supplies) that can be purchased as a standalone trauma kit perfect for remote high risk sites. New kits include: - WCB - T1 PERSONAL - WCB - T2 BASIC - WCB - T3 INTERMEDIATE - WCB - T3 ADVANCED BACKPACK (NO OXYGEN) - WCB - T3 ADVANCED COMPLETE (DUFFEL WITH OXYGEN) All kits are in line with federal CSA standards. Which means that you can take these kits anywhere in Canada and they will continue to meet the regs. Medix is also introducing a full line of CSA first aid kits in the coming days as we continue to develop new builds for our kits. We also have update modules coming out next week for those whom have an older style OFA kit and wish to update to the requirements only. Check us out today at www.medixbc.ca, or come into our Sidney and Duncan locations to get your updated kit today!

Things that go bumpitybumpjigglejiggleshakeyouawake in the night..... Are you prepared with the appropriate first aid and survival kits? We are located at: Duncan 1-301 Festubert St. Sidney 22-2075 Henry Ave w. Online www.medixbc.ca

We are extremely honored to be a part of a very significant ceremony of apology and day of healing with the Canadian Medical Association on Songhees Nation territory. The association will apologize for its role and the role of the medical profession in the harms caused to Indigenous Peoples in the health system, both through action and inaction. By way of ceremony in Victoria, BC, on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋiʔnəŋ speaking people of Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations. We stand in humility and sorrow for the deep wounds caused by medical professionals of past and present to acknowledge the pain and harm done for generations past and present.

Medix EMS Cowichan is hiring a First Aid Restock Technician. Medix is an equal opportunity employer with a focus on hiring the right person. We strive to make our workplace a place you want to be at. A place that supports every walk of life and holds up our members to help them grow and achieve their goals. We are looking for a person who is driven by safety and success. We currently have a sales and delivery position open. Perfect for an individual getting into medical and safety or a seasoned professional that is looking for a consistent home every night position. You will be visiting various client workplaces to assess and restock first aid kits, safety equipment and survival gear. General position work days are Monday to Friday with a minimum of 3 days per week; with ability to work full time. Persons experienced in the medical field are prefered but not required as peer to peer coaching and training are provided. Wage: $21.00 starting Responsibilities: - On-Site Restocking of clients medical, safety and survival gear, - Reviewing Worksafe BC first aid requirements and advising client of requirements, - Communicating with clients via phone, email and in-person to schedule regular reviews, consult on quotes and exercising closed loop communication, - Making sales calls to gain clients, - Exercising ethical and moral sales techniques to guide current and future clients to the best practice decisions, - Assist with in house operations with product management and logistics, Required: - Clean BC class 5 drivers license or greater, - Can pass a criminal record check, - Must be clean of substance abuse, - Knowledge of Google Suite products, Microsoft and the ability to use Laptops, Smartphones and Tablets, - Ability to use company mobile apps and programs, - Safe operation of company vehicles in all conditions of weather and driving conditions, - Must be able to work various hours from early mornings to later evenings if needed, - Must be able to work occasional weekends, Prefered: - OFA 2 or higher first aid / paramedic ticket, - Practical experience in first aid / paramedicine, - Practical experience in medical sales and safety prefered, If you like working with people, traveling all over Vancouver Island and love first aid, safety and survival gear; We want to hear from you! Check us out at www.medixbc.ca

ALL HANDS ON DECK - MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!! Medix EMS is extremely excited to announce our newest fundraising effort for the Cowichan Valley. Starting today, we have partnered with the Cowichan Valley Basket Society to raise funds to keep the shelves stocked during their hardest hit times in the spring and early summer months. Over the next 6 months, ending March 1, 2025, we will be raising funds for a minimum goal of $25,000.00 cash donation to their upcoming Spring 2025 season. That's right 2025! For every dollar raised CVBS can double the value and ensure they can stock the shelves to the max to help serve their clients and provide nutritious meals for the community. As of today Medix will be donating 2% of all of our sales from our Cowichan Store and all our online sales, www.medixbc.ca to CVBS. Over the next 6 months we are going to be adding new products to our already impressive selection of First Aid, Survival and Workplace Safety lines, including: - Red Wing Shoe Co. - Stryker Emergency Care Lifepack and HeartSine Defibrillators - Ignik Outdoors - Ferno EMS Equipment - Dryshod Footwear Canada - Darn Tough Vermont® - 5.11 Tactical - OMEALS - XMRE - Fenix Flashlights Starting mid August we will be open Saturdays from 10:00am – 4:00pm and will be holding Burger and Hotdog BBQ fundraisers throughout the campaign to add to our fundraising efforts. We are so excited to welcome you to our store located at 1-301 Festubert St, Duncan. Come down and invest in your community by investing in your safety.

Medix EMS is excited to announce the return of a long time member. Paul Sweder joined our team 8 years ago as a casual medic and worked hard to ensure every time he put the uniform on, it was to help those in need. On Friday, he rejoined our team (after a 2 year hiatus) as our Provincial Head of Sales. He will be in charge of our mobile restocking services, direct to client sales relations and promotion of our industrial first aid services. We are elated to have Paul back in the mix and can't wait to see what's in store for this next phase of his career. If you'd like to get a hold of Paul, reach him on his email at Paul@medixbc.ca

Yesterday we launched out newest updated packs. Welcome the newly renovated Big Bleed and Big Bleed Advanced kits. These 2 kits are designed for large bleeding injuries in the field. The basic for those whom like risky adventure, the Advanced for fans of hunting or high hazard projectile sports, hobbies or extreme risk adventuring enthusiasts. Including M-CAT gen 7, Israeli Dressings and a collection of dressings to aid in care, these kits are ideal for everyone.

Price Change Notification Due to rising costs of fuel and medical resources, Medix EMS is making the difficult decision to raise our prices for all operations. It has been 3 years since we have reviewed our pricing and considering the new factors of inflation and the cost of pretty much everything. We are being forced to adjust our pricing appropriately so that we may be able to continue to provide excellent services and living wages for all staff. While we do not relish the idea of costing our clients more in this current economic atmosphere, it is the unfortunate side effect of living in this current financial age. This pricing adjustment will take effect immediately, however clients whom have already booked or received a quote from our bookings team can be assured that we will honor the rates quoted as our commitment to you. We know that this will impact some of our clients decision process, but Medix EMS will continue to provide the same homegrown, compassionate and professional care to all clients that you have come to expect. This will ensure that we can continue to thrive and provide our clients, past present and future, the medical care they deserve. If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to call our dispatch center at 250-893-3418 or email us at info@medixbc.ca. Thank you to everyone for your years of trust and loyalty.

We have kept this pretty close to the chest these last couple of months. Medic 101 was decommissioned 5 or so years ago when cost of maintenance was more than replacing her with a newer unit. Earlier this year nostalgia got the better of us and we just couldn't let this gorgeous unit collect mothballs. So for the last 6 months we have been quietly working away at a top to bottom restoration and modernization. Yesterday the Godmother 'Big Red' roared back to life! This is only step one. 101 was then sent to our Sidney station to get a full cleaning and start on the electrical work to upgrade the original wiring and lighting (in and out). Following that she goes into exterior body repairs, a fresh coat of paint and finally the application of our new Medix EMS colors. We expect to see 101 back in service early 2025. We are so excited to see Big Red back on the road!