Primary Care Paramedic

Aerom Medical Emergency Services Ltd; Chateh; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime

7 on/7 off

Remote community experience

Supportive team

Job summary

Aerom Medical Emergency Services Ltd is seeking a Primary Care Paramedic to deliver emergency pre-hospital and clinic care at the Chateh Health Centre, collaborating with physicians, nurses, RCMP and first responders. The role blends field response, clinic operations, and community healthcare in a remote setting.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, documenting vital signs, coordinating transport, and supporting patient flow and pharmacy pickups while adhering to AHSEMS and AES

Qualifications

• Current Alberta College of Paramedics registration as PCP
• Valid Class 4 Alberta Driver's Licence
• Excellent assessment and communication abilities
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency pre-hospital and clinical care at the Chateh Health Centre
• Collaborate with First Responders, Security Staff, RCMP, physicians, nurses and others to deliver high-quality care
• Respond to medical emergencies in the clinic and community, including home visits
• Arrange patient transportation via ambulance or medical taxi
• Assist physicians during clinic days: record vital signs, prepare patients, document information, support patient flow
• Facilitate pickup of prescribed medications per centre policies
• Support access to Community Care programs and services
• Maintain readiness of emergency rooms, treatment rooms and offices
• Complete weekly inventory checks of trauma room, crash cart, emergency kits, vehicle, pharmacy, and supply room

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Job description

Join Our Team

We are seeking a dedicated Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) to provide emergency and primary care services within a remote community clinic. This unique position offers the opportunity to practice to your full scope in collaboration with physicians, nurses, first responders, security personnel, RCMP, and other healthcare professionals while making a meaningful impact in the community.

This is more than a traditional paramedic role—it combines emergency response, clinic operations, patient care, and community healthcare in a dynamic team environment.

Schedule

• 7 days on / 7 days off rotation
• 12-hour shifts
  • Day Shift: 0830 – 2030
  • Night Shift: 2030 – 0830
• On-call after regular clinic hours
• Overtime opportunities available

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency pre-hospital and clinical patient care within the Chateh Health Centre.
• Collaborate with First Responders, Security Staff, RCMP, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Respond to medical emergencies within the clinic and community, including home visits when required.
• Arrange patient transportation via ambulance or medical taxi.
• Assist physicians during clinic days by:
  • Recording vital signs
  • Preparing patients for assessment
  • Documenting patient information
  • Supporting patient flow
• Facilitate the pickup of prescribed medications as per Chateh Health Centre policies.
• Assist community members in accessing Community Care programs and services.
• Answer clinic phone calls after hours during periods of high call volume.
• Ensure emergency room, treatment rooms, and physician offices remain fully stocked and operational.
• Complete weekly inventory checks of:
  • Trauma room
  • Crash cart
  • Emergency response kits
  • Emergency vehicle
  • Pharmacy
  • Medical supply room
• Maintain medical equipment and ensure readiness for emergency response.
• Follow all AHSEMS, AES, organizational policies, clinical guidelines, and scope of practice requirements.

Qualifications Required

• Current registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACoP) as an Primary Care Paramedic (PCP).
• Valid Class 4 Alberta Driver's Licence.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote healthcare setting.

Preferred

• Experience in remote, rural, industrial, or community healthcare.
• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Overtime opportunities
• 7 on 7 off schedule providing excellent work-life balance
• Diverse and rewarding clinical experience
• Supportive healthcare team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a remote Indigenous community