26-113-PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC- (0.5 or 1.0) TEMPORARY FULL TIME - RED DEER

Associated Ambulance; Red Deer; Sur place; CAD 55 000 - 77 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Associated Ambulance in Red Deer, AB, is seeking Primary Care Paramedics for temporary interfacility transfer shifts. Positions include 0.5 FTE and 1.0 FTE with early morning hours, located at the Red Deer IFT Station.

Responsibilities include delivering PCP-level care during transports, performing assessments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate documentation. Training and orientation are provided for external applicants.

Qualifications

• Valid PCP practice permit under Alberta EMS requirements.
• Current registration with Alberta College of Paramedics.
• Alberta Class 4 Operator’s Licence is required.
• All mandatory training including MCP and PDIC.
• Five-year Driver’s Abstract.
• Up-to-date immunizations including MMR.
• Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
• Current Heart & Stroke BLS certification.
• Successful completion of the F.A.R.E. assessment.

Responsabilités

• Provide patient care during interfacility and non-emergent transports.
• Perform patient assessments, monitoring, and interventions within PCP scope.
• Operate and maintain ambulance vehicles and equipment per policies and provincial regulations.
• Communicate with sending/receiving facilities to support continuity of care.
• Complete patient care records and transfer documentation accurately.

Connaissances

Clinical competence

Communication skills

Professionalism

Formation

EMS permit (Alberta PCP)

Alberta College of Paramedics registration

Alberta Class 4 Licence

MCP & PDIC training

Five-year Driver’s Abstract

Immunizations (MMR)

Vulnerable Sector Check

Heart & Stroke BLS

F.A.R.E. completion

Description du poste

Primary Care Paramedics – Temporary Positions – Interfacility Transfer

Associated Ambulance is accepting expressions of interest from Primary Care Paramedics (PCPs) for temporary positions based out of our Red Deer Interfacility Transfer (IFT) Station.

About Us

In alignment with Associated Ambulance’s Core Values and Strategic Direction, our priorities include quality care, patient safety, and employee safety. Responsibility for these priorities is shared across the organization, with all employees expected to contribute to continuous improvement in quality and safety.

Position Details

Posting Number: 26-113

Position Title: Primary Care Paramedic (PCP)

Location: Red Deer, AB

Anticipated Term: Greater than three months, up to 12 month

Available Positions and Schedules

• 1B121 – 0.5 FTE – Temporary Part Time: Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week 0530-1600.
• 1B121 – 1.0 FTE – Temporary Full Time: Monday through Thursday each week 0530-1600.

Schedules are subject to change.

Position Summary

The Primary Care Paramedic provides safe, compassionate, and professional patient care during interfacility and non-emergent transports. This role delivers high-quality BLS and PCP-level care while supporting patient comfort, safety, and continuity of care throughout transport.

Successful applicants will demonstrate strong clinical competence, communication skills, and professionalism while representing Associated Ambulance within healthcare environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care during interfacility and non-emergent transports.
• Perform patient assessments, monitoring, and required interventions within the PCP scope of practice.
• Safely operate and maintain ambulance vehicles and equipment in accordance with company policies and provincial regulations.
• Communicate effectively with sending and receiving healthcare facilities to support continuity of care.
• Complete patient care records and transfer documentation accurately and promptly.
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and service-ready unit.
• Participate in orientation, ongoing training, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to organizational policies, protocols, and safety standards.

Qualifications and Required Documentation

Successful applicants must possess or complete the following:

• A valid Primary Care Paramedic practice permit meeting EMS practice requirements in Alberta
• Current registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics
• A valid Alberta Class 4 Operator’s Licence
• All mandatory training, including MCP and PDIC
• A five-year Driver’s Abstract
• Up-to-date immunizations, including MMR
• A Vulnerable Sector Check
• Current Heart & Stroke BLS certification
• Successful completion of the Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation (F.A.R.E.)

For external applicants, Associated Ambulance will provide MCP and required training.

Orientation Dates (external applicants)

November 23–27, 2026

Internal Posting and Awarding Process

In accordance with Article 15.01(a)–(c) of the Red Deer CUPE Collective Bargaining Agreement, these vacancies will be posted to Red Deer Station employees for three (3) days. Any remaining vacancies will then be posted to all CUPE employees for at least three (3) calendar days. If still unfilled, they will be posted to all employees and external applicants for at least three (3) calendar days.

Positions will be awarded in accordance with Articles 15.01(a) and 15.04, with seniority as the determining factor, subject to the requirements outlined in those articles. Internal lateral moves are limited to one (1) in a twelve (12) month period unless mutually agreed.

In accordance with Article 15.03, applicants will be informed in writing of their acceptance or rejection within seven (7) calendar days of the appointment.

Application Process

Applicants must disclose in their expression of interest any commitments that may affect their ability to meet the requirements of their selected schedule. All correspondence must reference Job Posting 26-113.

Multiple positions may be awarded through this posting.

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For more information, visit Associated Ambulance.