25-042- PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC- RED DEER- PERMANENT FULL TIME
About the role
25-042- Primary Care Paramedic Red Deer- Permanent Full Time
Associated Ambulance IFT Red Deer is currently accepting expressions of interest for ACoP-Registered PCPs for Permanent Full-Time positions based out of Red Deer. This role reports directly to the Operations Supervisor or Manager and includes a mentorship component with experienced staff members to help new providers adapt to the environments in which we operate.
Orientation Date:
Orientation dates: August 11-15, October 6-10, December 8 - 12
Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 0700-1730
Position Overview
IFT staff provide care and transportation for non-emergent patients during routine transfers between medical facilities. They may assist patients who require mobility aids such as walkers, wheelchairs, or stretchers. Responsibilities include completing and submitting all required documentation, including patient care reports.
Along with are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and ambulance bays. They also ensure that all supplies and equipment in the transport units are fully stocked and operational.
Our PCPs primarily transport admitted patients within the hospital setting for further testing and treatments. Patients may also be transferred to other healthcare facilities or, in some cases, returned to their original location within Alberta Health Services Zones.
As a vital member of our interprofessional healthcare team, PCPs collaborate with emergency medical personnel, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide the highest standard of patient care.
PCPs at Associated Ambulance IFT Red Deer must be physically capable of:
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Standing, reaching, walking, crouching, and bending throughout their shifts.
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Lifting and transporting patients and equipment safely.
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Providing care in potentially awkward positions while assessing and assisting ill or injured individuals.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited PCP program and active registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACoP)
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification
- Valid Class 4 Alberta Operator’s License with a clean driving abstract (abstract will be requested)
- Completion of the Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation (F.A.R.E.) test within six months of the start date
- Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) completed within the last three months
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. All PFT positions are subject to a three-month probationary period.
About ASSOCIATED AMBULANCE
Since 1977, Associated Ambulance & Services (Whitecourt) Ltd. has proudly served Albertans with exceptional emergency medical care. We provide ALS and/or BLS care to 24 communities spanning thousands of kilometers across Alberta and pride ourselves on making a real difference in the lives of our patients.
Committed to delivering the highest standards in patient care, we continuously upgrade and replace our fleet and equipment to ensure our teams are equipped with the most advanced tools and technology. Our dedication to innovation and quality care has made us a trusted provider of Alberta’s emergency medical services.
25-042- PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC- RED DEER- PERMANENT FULL TIME
About the role
25-042- Primary Care Paramedic Red Deer- Permanent Full Time
Associated Ambulance IFT Red Deer is currently accepting expressions of interest for ACoP-Registered PCPs for Permanent Full-Time positions based out of Red Deer. This role reports directly to the Operations Supervisor or Manager and includes a mentorship component with experienced staff members to help new providers adapt to the environments in which we operate.
Orientation Date:
Orientation dates: August 11-15, October 6-10, December 8 - 12
Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 0700-1730
Position Overview
IFT staff provide care and transportation for non-emergent patients during routine transfers between medical facilities. They may assist patients who require mobility aids such as walkers, wheelchairs, or stretchers. Responsibilities include completing and submitting all required documentation, including patient care reports.
Along with are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and ambulance bays. They also ensure that all supplies and equipment in the transport units are fully stocked and operational.
Our PCPs primarily transport admitted patients within the hospital setting for further testing and treatments. Patients may also be transferred to other healthcare facilities or, in some cases, returned to their original location within Alberta Health Services Zones.
As a vital member of our interprofessional healthcare team, PCPs collaborate with emergency medical personnel, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide the highest standard of patient care.
PCPs at Associated Ambulance IFT Red Deer must be physically capable of:
-
Standing, reaching, walking, crouching, and bending throughout their shifts.
-
Lifting and transporting patients and equipment safely.
-
Providing care in potentially awkward positions while assessing and assisting ill or injured individuals.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited PCP program and active registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACoP)
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification
- Valid Class 4 Alberta Operator’s License with a clean driving abstract (abstract will be requested)
- Completion of the Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation (F.A.R.E.) test within six months of the start date
- Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) completed within the last three months
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. All PFT positions are subject to a three-month probationary period.
About ASSOCIATED AMBULANCE
Since 1977, Associated Ambulance & Services (Whitecourt) Ltd. has proudly served Albertans with exceptional emergency medical care. We provide ALS and/or BLS care to 24 communities spanning thousands of kilometers across Alberta and pride ourselves on making a real difference in the lives of our patients.
Committed to delivering the highest standards in patient care, we continuously upgrade and replace our fleet and equipment to ensure our teams are equipped with the most advanced tools and technology. Our dedication to innovation and quality care has made us a trusted provider of Alberta’s emergency medical services.