Advanced Care Paramedic

Medavie • Fort Vermillion 173B, AB

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Medavie Health Services West (MHSW) is seeking an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) to provide immediate treatment and transportation of sick and injured individuals to appropriate medical facilities. ACPs operate within the scope of Advanced Care practice, provide leadership, and ensure the safety of the ambulance. They work alongside Primary Care Paramedics (PCPs) and Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs), requiring a high level of professionalism, communication, and knowledge. ACPs are expected to conduct themselves in a safe and discreet manner, justifying their conduct to patients, families, hospital staff, management, public agencies, and legal courts. As an employee of MHS, you are accountable for supporting safety initiatives and fostering a culture focused on patient safety and a safe workplace.

Requirements

• 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, if applying to Lloydminster Positions
• Completion of Alberta Health Services MCP’s
• Certified in and maintains CPR certification
• Current registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics
• Current registration with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (Lloydminster only)
• FARE Certificate Required
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• MHS West is committed to employing highly professional, well-educated EMRs, PCPs and ACPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate treatment and transportation of sick and injured individuals.
• Operate within the knowledge and scope of the Advanced Care practice.
• Provide leadership throughout each shift.
• Ensure the safety of the ambulance throughout each shift.
• Work alongside PCPs and EMRs daily.
• Maintain personal knowledge and skills in accordance with the Alberta Occupational Competency Profile (AOCP).
• Safely operate MHS - West vehicles in accordance with MHS - West Health and Safety Manual, Operational Guidelines, and all provincial and federal regulations.
• Stock and maintain 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.
• Be 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.
• 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.
• Develop and provide continuing educational requirements as required by the Alberta College of Paramedics.
• Maintain functional awareness of MHS - West Operational Guidelines and AHS medical control guidelines.
• Participate actively in MHS - West Quality Assurance Program.
• Develop a plan for maintaining and improving self-directed professional growth.
• Actively participate in public awareness and community education programs approved by MHS - West.
• Maintain professional appearance of the approved uniform, and maintain hygienic and grooming standards.

Benefits

• Medavie Health Services West is committed to employing highly professional, well-educated EMRs, PCPs and ACPs.
• We're recognized as one of Canada's best places to work and are a leading provider of health solutions and insurance for 1 in 10 Canadians.
• Medavie is a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in healthcare delivery, benefits management, health management, and primary care.
• As a not-for-profit organization, Medavie is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, certified by Imagine Canada for philanthropy and community engagement, and Rainbow Registered as an organization that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED