Advanced Care Paramedic – Emergency Medical Services

About the role

The Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) provides high‑level emergency medical care on scene and during transport, operating ambulances or other transport units. The role involves delivering advanced life support, medication administration, and leading clinical teams in diverse and demanding environments.

Key responsibilities

• Assess emergency scenes and patients, and transport ill or injured individuals between locations.
• Administer medications, use ALS airway adjuncts, and deliver electrical therapy.
• Lead the ALS team in providing clinical care during transport and at emergency scenes.
• Maintain vehicle readiness by stocking, maintaining, and equipping ambulances and non‑emergent transport vehicles.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 105 lb, kneeling, trunk flexion, and operating in all weather conditions.

Required profile

• Non‑restricted registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACoP) as an Advanced Care Paramedic.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) CPR certification.
• Valid Class 4 Alberta Operator’s Licence with a clean five‑year driver abstract.
• Proof of successful completion of the Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation (F.A.R.E.) test (if not already in a clinical position).

Required skills

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) techniques and equipment.
• Medication administration in emergency settings.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) CPR.
• Vehicle operation and driver’s licence compliance.