Primary Care Paramedic (EMS)

About the role

Emergency Health Services is hiring a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) for its EMS unit in Killam, Alberta. The PCP assesses emergency scenes and patients and may transport ill or injured patients between emergency scenes and facilities, operating ambulances or other transport vehicles. The position is full-time, regular, 1.0 FTE, with 12-hour shifts in a day/evening/night/weekend/on-call rotation.

Key responsibilities

• Assess emergency scenes and patients, and transport patients between sites
• Treat patients with minor medications, basic life support airway adjuncts and semi-automated defibrillation
• Lead the BLS crew during patient transport and at emergency scenes
• Ensure ambulances and other transport vehicles, including non-emergent transport units, are properly stocked and equipped
• Work in all weather conditions, including remote locations such as backcountry, and handle hazardous and graphic scenes

Required profile

• Non-restricted registration in good standing with the Alberta College of Paramedics as a Primary Care Paramedic
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) CPR certification
• Valid Class 4 Alberta operator's licence (or equivalent) with a recent five-year driver abstract showing no more than six demerits
• Proof of successful completion of the Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation (F.A.R.E.) test, unless already holding a clinical position
• Ability to lift and carry up to 105 lbs and to kneel and bend for long periods; physical demands include standing and sitting for long periods
• Qualified to perform full operational duties from the start date

Preferred qualifications

• EMS experience in a metro, suburban rural or IFT environment, and in health care and public safety
• Additional post-secondary program completion (proof required at application)

What we offer

• Pay of $33.67 to $42.51 depending on length of service
• Eligibility for RCIF funding, which may include a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000 based on return of service
• Vehicle provided; driver's licence required