26-018: EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER (EMR)

With over 40 years of service in Emergency Medical Services, Associated Ambulance is the second-largest ambulance operator in the province.We provide Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Interfacility Transfer (IFT) services across 22 rural and 2 metropolitan locations in Alberta, supporting rural and regional healthcare systems through safe, reliable, and high-quality patient transfers.

Associated Ambulance is currently accepting expressions of interest for Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) to join our

Interfacility Transfer (IFT) teams based out of Red Deer AB or Acheson. EMRs play a vital role in ensuring safe, compassionate, and professional patient transfers between healthcare facilities while acting as patient advocates and collaborating closely with hospital staff and allied healthcare professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity to start or grow your EMS career in a supportive IFT environment, build strong foundational skills, gain consistent patient contact, and develop a solid understanding of healthcare systems, transport medicine, and patient flow.

Required Qualifications

Completion of an accredited Emergency Medical Responder program and active registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACoP)

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) – Healthcare Provider certification

Valid Alberta Class 4 Operator’s Licence with a clean driving abstract (5-year abstract required; no serious traffic violations)

Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation (F.A.R.E.) completed within the last six months

Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check

Proof of up-to-date vaccinations

Availability to attend required orientation and mentorship dates

Ability to work a variety of shifts, including potential short-notice coverage

Preferred:

Minimum 1 year of experience working in an EMS frontline role and/or a relevant healthcare setting

Position Information & Hours of Work

2026 Orientation Dates:
February 13–19, April 13–17, June 1–5, August 17–21, October 5–9, December 7–11

Recognition of previous EMS–EMR experience accepted

Shift patterns may include IFT-focused 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts, with additional 12-hour assembled 

Position Description

EMRs assigned to IFT operations are responsible for:

Providing patient care and monitoring during interfacility transfers

Safely operating EMS vehicles in accordance with company policy and road safety regulations

Transporting patients between hospitals, care facilities, and specialty treatment centers

Working collaboratively with sending and receiving healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care

Performing patient assessments and delivering care within the EMR scope of practice

Adhering to all Medical Control Protocols (MCPs), standard operating procedures, and company policies

Completing accurate and thorough patient care documentation

Maintaining professionalism and prioritizing patient dignity, privacy, and comfort

Communicating effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals, and colleagues

Consulting with other healthcare providers when required

Ensuring ambulances, equipment, and stations are clean, stocked, and operationally ready

Physical Demands & Work Environment

EMRs spend extended periods standing, walking, reaching, crouching, and bending throughout their shifts. The role requires lifting and transferring patients and equipment, sometimes in confined or awkward positions. EMRs may be exposed to bodily fluids, chemicals, needle-stick risks, weather conditions, and other occupational hazards common in patient transport and healthcare environments.

If you are looking to jump-start your EMS career in a patient-centered, team-oriented Interfacility Transfer environment, we invite you to join the Associated Ambulance Team.

Hiring in a casual EMR capacity is contingent upon operational needs at the time of hire and may change based on service demands.

Multiple positions may be awarded from this posting. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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