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Primary Care Paramedic

Taber, AB

CA$33.67 - CA$42.51/hr

You will assist with ensuring that ambulances or other transport vehicles, including non-emergent ... Primary Care Paramedic (2190) * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Taber * Primary ...

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Alberta Health Services

Primary Care Paramedic

Brooks, AB · On-site

CA$33.67 - CA$42.51/hr

You will assist with ensuring that ambulances or other transport vehicles, including non-emergent ... Primary Care Paramedic (2190) * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Brooks Rover

Alberta Health Services

CA$33.67 - CA$42.51/hr

You will assist with ensuring that ambulances or other transport vehicles, including non-emergent ... Primary Care Paramedic (2190) * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Fort MacLeod ...

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Alberta Health Services

Primary Care Paramedic

Vauxhall, AB · On-site

CA$33.67 - CA$42.51/hr

You will assist with ensuring that ambulances or other transport vehicles, including non-emergent ... Primary Care Paramedic (2190) * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Vauxhall Core ...

Alberta Health Services

Primary Care Paramedic

Vauxhall, AB · On-site

CA$33.67 - CA$42.51/hr

You will assist with ensuring that ambulances or other transport vehicles, including non-emergent ... Primary Care Paramedic (2190) * Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH * Unit and Program: Vauxhall Core ...

International SOS

Your Mission As a Primary Care Paramedic, you are the frontline provider of emergency medical care ... * Assist in writing procedures and identifying risks to strengthen quality standards. * Be an ...

International SOS

Your Mission As a Cross-Trained Advanced Care Paramedic/Firefighter, you are a vital part of the ... You'll maintain compliance with provincial standards and company protocols, assist with training ...

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How much do paramedic assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for paramedic assistant in Alberta is $23.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a paramedic assistant, and why are they important?

A Paramedic Assistant should have a basic understanding of emergency medical care, first aid, and CPR, often supported by relevant certifications such as EMT-Basic. Familiarity with medical equipment, ambulatory transport systems, and patient monitoring devices is essential. Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for providing effective support to paramedics and ensuring patient safety during emergency responses.

What are some common challenges paramedic assistants face when supporting emergency medical teams?

Paramedic Assistants often encounter challenges such as working in fast-paced, high-stress environments and needing to quickly adapt to changing situations. They must communicate effectively with both the paramedic team and patients, sometimes in chaotic or emotionally intense circumstances. Additionally, maintaining composure while performing tasks like preparing equipment, assisting with patient care, and managing documentation is essential. Overcoming these challenges requires strong teamwork, resilience, and a commitment to ongoing learning.

What is a paramedic assistant?

Paramedic Assistants are healthcare professionals who support paramedics and emergency medical teams during medical emergencies. Their responsibilities often include preparing medical equipment, assisting with patient care, maintaining records, and ensuring the ambulance is stocked and clean. While they do not perform advanced medical interventions, Paramedic Assistants play a crucial role in the efficiency and safety of emergency response teams. They often serve as a vital link between paramedics and patients, helping ensure smooth operations during critical situations.

What is the difference between Paramedic Assistant vs Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?

AspectParamedic AssistantEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Required CertificationsBasic First Aid, CPR, and sometimes EMT-Basic certificationEMT-Basic certification required
Work EnvironmentAssist paramedics in ambulances, hospitals, and clinicsProvide pre-hospital emergency care in ambulances and scenes
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, ambulance services, emergency response teamsAmbulance services, fire departments, EMS agencies

Paramedic Assistants support paramedics by performing basic patient care and logistical tasks, while EMTs provide more advanced pre-hospital emergency care. Both roles are essential in emergency medical services, but EMTs have more comprehensive training and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Paramedic Assistant job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,654 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Primary Care Paramedic

Alberta Health Services

Medicine Hat, AB • On-site

CA$32.69 - CA$41.27/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Your Opportunity: Description:

As a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP), 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 may treat patients by administering minor medications, basic life support (BLS) airway adjuncts, and semi-automated defibrillation. You may also lead the BLS 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 a PCP 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 a PCP 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.

  • Transition Company: Emergency Health Services
  • Classification: Primary Care Paramedic (2190)
  • Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
  • Unit and Program: Ambulance
  • Primary Location: Medicine Hat Regional Hospital
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
  • FTE: 0.00
  • Posting End Date: 10-AUG-2026
  • Employee Class: Casual/Relief
  • Date Available: 17-MAY-2026
  • Hours per Shift: 12
  • Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
  • Shifts per cycle: Varies
  • Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
  • Days Off: Other
  • Minimum Salary: $32.69
  • Maximum Salary: $41.27
  • Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
Required Qualifications:

Non-restricted registration in good standing with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACOP) as a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP). 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:

As Required.

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 should provide post-secondary education credentials for them to be considered during the selection process.

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