Part Time Paramedic
About the role
Position Type Temporary - Temporaire
Closing Date 2026-02-12
Medavie Health Services West (MHSW) is the subsidiary of Medavie Health Services responsible for the optimal operation and management of EMS Services in Northeast 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 is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians.
With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training.
We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.
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.
This part time paramedic position is a supernumerary paramedic role designed to provide frontline coverage during planned absences.
We are looking for either a Primary or Advanced Care Paramedic on a rotation of only day shifts 2 on, 4 off, in various locations, as needed. Shifts will be 12 Hours.
It is an 0.67 FTE Temporary position, for a term of one calendar year.
Both Alberta and Saskatchewan Practice Permits will be required.
The Paramedic provides immediate treatment and transportation of sick and injured individuals to appropriate medical facilities. Paramedics operate within the knowledge and scope of practice, as well as provide leadership throughout each shift using specified educational training. The Paramedic is responsible for decision-making, leadership, and safety of the ambulance throughout each shift.
Due to the nature of operating in the public eye, a high level of professionalism, communication, and knowledge is always expected. The Paramedic 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 Director 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 director, and/or team leader, 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
- Invasive medical devices. (i.e. IV needles)
- 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
Current registration with the Saskatchewan 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
Current registration with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics
FARE Certificate Required
PCP Salary: $28.15 - $42.01 Hourly as per PEMS Inc/HSAA Collective Agreement
ACP Salary: $37.25 - $50.74 Hourly as per PEMS Inc/HSAA Collective Agreement
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 EMRs, PCPs and ACPs.
About Medavie
Medavie is a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in benefits management, health management, and healthcare delivery. Backed by the strength of a team of 8,200+ professionals, we’re committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest.
Medavie provides all-in-one private health insurance, public health administration, emergency medical services as Canada's largest contracted provider, as well as primary care, community health and mental health and addictions solutions, medical communications, and clinical training.
As a not-for-profit organization, we’re recognized for our investments in our employees as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, our community and social impact investments as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures and certification as a Caring Company, as well as Rainbow Registered accreditation for our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Part Time Paramedic
About the role
Position Type Temporary - Temporaire
Closing Date 2026-02-12
Medavie Health Services West (MHSW) is the subsidiary of Medavie Health Services responsible for the optimal operation and management of EMS Services in Northeast 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 is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians.
With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training.
We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada’s most pressing physical and mental health care challenges.
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.
This part time paramedic position is a supernumerary paramedic role designed to provide frontline coverage during planned absences.
We are looking for either a Primary or Advanced Care Paramedic on a rotation of only day shifts 2 on, 4 off, in various locations, as needed. Shifts will be 12 Hours.
It is an 0.67 FTE Temporary position, for a term of one calendar year.
Both Alberta and Saskatchewan Practice Permits will be required.
The Paramedic provides immediate treatment and transportation of sick and injured individuals to appropriate medical facilities. Paramedics operate within the knowledge and scope of practice, as well as provide leadership throughout each shift using specified educational training. The Paramedic is responsible for decision-making, leadership, and safety of the ambulance throughout each shift.
Due to the nature of operating in the public eye, a high level of professionalism, communication, and knowledge is always expected. The Paramedic 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 Director 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 director, and/or team leader, 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
- Invasive medical devices. (i.e. IV needles)
- 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
Current registration with the Saskatchewan 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
Current registration with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics
FARE Certificate Required
PCP Salary: $28.15 - $42.01 Hourly as per PEMS Inc/HSAA Collective Agreement
ACP Salary: $37.25 - $50.74 Hourly as per PEMS Inc/HSAA Collective Agreement
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 EMRs, PCPs and ACPs.
About Medavie
Medavie is a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in benefits management, health management, and healthcare delivery. Backed by the strength of a team of 8,200+ professionals, we’re committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest.
Medavie provides all-in-one private health insurance, public health administration, emergency medical services as Canada's largest contracted provider, as well as primary care, community health and mental health and addictions solutions, medical communications, and clinical training.
As a not-for-profit organization, we’re recognized for our investments in our employees as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, our community and social impact investments as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures and certification as a Caring Company, as well as Rainbow Registered accreditation for our commitment to diversity and inclusion.