Advanced Care Paramedic at Alberta Health Services

Alberta Health Services; Peace River; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote retention allowance

Job summary

Alberta Health Services EMS in Peace River is seeking an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) for a full-time on-site role. You will assess scenes, provide advanced life support, and transport patients between facilities while leading the ALS crew. You will also ensure ambulances are stocked and prepared for rapid response.

The position requires non-restricted ACP registration, CPR, a valid Class 4 license, and completion of the F.A.R.E. test or Lifemark certification.

Qualifications

• Non‑restricted ACOP registration as ACP in good standing.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support CPR certification.
• Valid Class 4 Alberta Operator License or equivalent with good driving record.
• Proof of F.A.R.E. test completion or Lifemark certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assess emergency scenes and patient conditions; transport patients as needed.
• Administer medications and ALS airway adjuncts; provide electrical therapy.
• Lead the ALS crew during patient transport or on-site care.
• Ensure EMS vehicles and equipment are stocked and ready for operations.

Skills

ACOP ACP registration

CPR certification

Driver's license

F.A.R.E. test

Job description

Introduction

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. Your Opportunity: Grow your career under the northern lights! If you’re seeking a different pace of life and the opportunity to practice to your full clinical scope, Emergency Health Services (EHS) in Northern Alberta may be the perfect fit. Experience a diverse and dynamic landscape—expansive prairie, vibrant communities, lush wetlands, boreal forests, and nearby mountain ranges—while serving communities that value your skills and dedication. Discover stunning scenery, hidden gems, and welcoming people as you explore everything the north has to offer, year-round. Emergency Health Services - Alberta offers a career that supports your lifestyle while providing meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development. By joining EHS, you become part of a high‑performing and supportive team committed to exceptional patient care.

Location

Peace River is located approximately 200 km northeast of Grande Prairie and 490 km northwest of Edmonton. As a regional hub, it offers full services, scenic river valley views, and a blend of urban amenities with northern charm. In addition to competitive compensation and flexible benefits, a Remote Retention Allowance is currently in place, to a maximum of $3,000 annually. This non‑pensionable allowance is paid on an hourly basis for all hours worked at the basic rate of pay.

Role Description

As an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP), you will assess emergency scenes and patients and may transport ill or injured patients from emergency scenes and between facilities. This includes operating ambulances or other modes of transportation. You will treat patients by administering medications, advanced life support (ALS) airway adjuncts and electrical therapy. You may also lead the ALS crew in delivering clinical care during patient transport or at emergency scenes. You will assist with ensuring that ambulances or other Emergency Medical Services (EMS) vehicles, such as non‑emergent transport (NET), are properly stocked and equipped. The working environment for an ACP is demanding and includes exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind, moving traffic, and industrial and agricultural equipment. You will need to travel in all weather conditions and to remote locations (e.g. backcountry) with exposure to hazardous and graphic scenes and direct exposure to bodily fluids. The working conditions for an ACP are also physically demanding. You must be able to endure frequent lifting and carrying of up to 105lbs, while transporting and transferring patients, supplies, and equipment. You must be able to endure frequent, simultaneous kneeling and trunk flexion for extended periods. Additionally, you must stand and sit for extended periods, bend, twist, side‑carry up to 20lbs in each hand and assume awkward positions.

Position Details

• Transition Company: Emergency Health Services
• Classification: Advanced Care Paramedic (2190)
• Union: HSAA
• Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Emergency Health Services
• Primary Location: Peace River EMS
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi‑Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 29‑SEP‑2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Full Time
• Date Available: 09‑OCT‑2026
• Temporary End Date: 01‑MAR‑2027
• Hours per Shift: 12
• Length of Shift in weeks: 8
• Shifts per cycle: 28
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $40.29
• Maximum Salary: $53.06
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

• Non‑restricted registration in good standing with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACOP) as an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP).
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support CPR certification.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a valid class 4 Alberta Operator License or equivalent and a five (5) year driver abstract current within six (6) months with no more than six (6) demerits prior to commencing work.
• Proof of the successful completion of the Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation (F.A.R.E.) test via the certificate provided by the Lifemark organization for those who do not already hold a clinical position within AHS EMS (VESST, Clinical Educator, EMR, PCP, ACP and Community Paramedic).
• Your F.A.R.E. test must be completed no more than six (6) months prior to the date of your application.
• Alberta Health Services EMS may verify results with Lifemark to ensure the candidate has successfully completed the test.
• Please contact Lifemark at www.lifemark.ca/alberta-health-services to find more information on the F.A.R.E. test and how to book your evaluation.
• Candidates must be qualified to perform full operational duties as of start date.

Additional Required Qualifications

In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non‑pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference is given to those with previous EMS experience in a metro, suburban, rural, or interfacility environment and in other areas of Health Care and Public Safety.
• Completion of additional post‑secondary programs is considered an asset.
• Applicants must provide proof of program completion for any post‑secondary education or training at the time of application for it to be considered during the selection process.