Advanced Care Paramedic

Calian Advanced Technologies; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services organization in Red Deer is seeking skilled Advanced Care Paramedics to work in the Alberta Health Services Virtual Opioid Dependency Program. The role involves assisting with referrals, administering medicine, and engaging with the community to provide support in opioid and addiction cases. Candidates must have a valid ACLS certification and be licensed with the Alberta College of Paramedics.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits Package

Onsite access to gym facilities

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Alberta College of Paramedics.
• Valid ACLS certification required.
• Experience in dealing with mental health and addictions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Attend Cellblocks to assist with referrals to the VODP.
• Administer medicine as directed by the VODP team.
• Patrol and interact with community members for referrals to the VODP.

Skills

Experience dealing with mental health and addictions

Administration of medicine

Community interaction

Education

Valid ACLS certification

Licensed with the Alberta College of Paramedics

Job description

Position Overview

Calian is seeking experienced and skilled Advanced Care Paramedics (ACPs) to facilitate access to the Alberta Health Services Virtual Opioid Dependency Program (VODP) by individuals who have been arrested or detained in Red Deer.

Location

Red Deer, AB

Job Type

Full Time

Casual

Responsibilities

• Attend Cellblocks to assist with referrals to the VODP
• Administer medicine as directed by the VODP team including Intravenous medicine
• Assist with calls for police and or paramedic service where opioids/addiction are involved.
• Patrol and interact with community members to pro-actively make referrals to the VODP.
• Make follow-up contact with VODP clients to assist with programming and case management
• Provide bi-monthly metrics reports.
  
  

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Alberta College of Paramedics
• Valid ACLS certification
• Experience dealing with mental health and addictions
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Must successfully pass an enhanced security clearance
  
  

Perks and benefits

• Competitive salary
• Casual and full time contracts available
• Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits Package for applicable full time positions
• Onsite access to gym facilities (certain locations only)
• Onsite training provided
• Career progression opportunities
  
  

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2025-06-27