Advanced Care Paramedic

Medavie; Innisfail; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Medavie Health Services is seeking a dedicated Paramedic to join their team in Innisfail, Alberta. The role includes providing urgent care and transportation for patients while operating in compliance with health protocols. Candidates must be certified, have strong leadership skills, and be ready to face diverse and challenging conditions. Join a leading organization committed to excellence in health care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Certified Paramedic in good standing with the Alberta College.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess Alberta Operators License class 1, 2, or 4.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate treatment and transport for patients.
• Safely operate emergency vehicles and maintain readiness.
• Document patient assessments and care accurately.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Current registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics

Tools

CPR certification

FARE Certificate

Job description

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Position Type

Temporary - Temporaire

Closing Date

2025-06-05

Medavie Health Services West (MHSW) is the subsidiary of Medavie Health Services responsible for the optimal operation and management of EMS Services in Central Alberta, an integrated, pre-hospital care organization. People are the biggest drivers of our success, and we are excited to continue to build a healthier community together.

Medavie Health Services West is part of Medavie, a health services organization. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are committed to providing innovative solutions that will improve the health of all Canadians.

As a not-for-profit organization, Medavie is proud to commit an annual social dividend to the Medavie Health Foundation to support programs and initiatives aimed at addressing some of our country’s most pressing physical and mental health coverage.

As an employee of Medavie Health Services we are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe and respectful workplace.

The ACP provides immediate treatment and transportation of sick and injured individuals to appropriate medical facilities. ACPs operate within the knowledge and scope of the Advanced Care practice, as well as provide leadership throughout each shift using specified educational training. The ACP is responsible for decision-making, leadership, and safety of the ambulance throughout each shift. ACPs work alongside PCPs daily and provide a reliable and dependable insight throughout emergency medical situations.

Due to the nature of operating in the public eye, a high level of professionalism, communication, and knowledge is always expected. The ACP is required to conduct themselves in a safe and discreet manner, with the responsibility of conduct justification to patients, family members, hospitals staff, management, public agencies, legal court, and more. As an employee of MHS, you are accountable to our patients, coworkers, and management by supporting all safety-related initiatives, as well as fostering a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe workplace.

DUTIES AND TASKS

Emergency and Response

• Maintain personal knowledge and skills, in accordance with the Alberta Occupational Competency Profile (AOCP), to deliver optimum patient care.
• Safely operate MHS - West vehicles in accordance with MHS - West Health and Safety Manual, Operational Guidelines, and all provincial and federal regulations.
• Stocks and maintains vehicles in a state of readiness at all times.
• Work in hazardous environments to ensure the safety and stabilization of the patient.
• Work with outside agencies as a team in a coordinated effort on behalf of the patient.
• Document all patient care, assessments, and skills, within the patient care report in a timely and legible fashion.
• Punctual and ready to respond at the start of their shift.
• Act in a professional manner and handle conflict situations with good judgment.
• Follow the MHS - West chain of command.
  
  

Communication

• Create and maintain fully completed patient care reports. (ePCRs)
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with all provincial and federal regulations.
• Refer all media requests to the General Manager of MHS - West
• Report all incidents and complete written incident report forms to General Manager of MHS - West or designate.
  
  

Education

• Develop and provide continuing educational requirements as required by the Alberta College of Paramedics
• Maintains functional awareness of MHS - West Operational Guidelines, and AHS medical control guidelines.
• Participates actively in MHS - West Quality Assurance Program.
• Develop a plan for maintaining and improving self-directed professional growth.
  
  

Physical Ability

• Must be in good physical health with no disabilities that will impair duties as a Paramedic.
• Considerable lifting and movement of heavy patients
• Will need to extricate patients from hazardous environments
• Will advise superintendent of injuries that will impair duties.
  
  

Public Relations

• Actively participates in public awareness and community education programs approved by MHS - West
• Maintains professional appearance of the approved uniform and maintains hygienic and grooming standards.
  
  

Safety Hazards

• Exposure to Violent Behaviour
• Traffic Hazards
• Communicable Diseases
• Extreme Weather Conditions
• Work with present considerable hazards
  
  

Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Alberta Operators License class 1, 2 or 4.

Current registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics

Completion of Alberta Health Services MCP’s

License/Certification

Certified in and maintains CPR certification

Current registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics

FARE Certificate required

MHS West strives to be a leader in the Paramedic profession. Through high standards of knowledge and skill, and along with compassion and professionalism, MHS West positively impacts the health and wellbeing of the people we serve. MHS West is committed to employing highly professional, well-educated PCPs and ACPs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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