Firemedic – Red Deer – 2024

Working in a team environment, the FireMedic is a progressively responsible position for a registered professional emergency responder functioning in multidisciplinary roles that include fire suppression, medical, rescue and hazardous material incidents as well as providing non-emergency services to the community.

Operational:
a. Directly provides all emergency services and other non-emergency services and duties within the scope
of training, certification and competency.
i. Fire, Rescue, HAZMAT and other services in accordance to Provincial and Departmental protocols
and procedures at the level qualified to do so. (Awareness, Operations or Technician Levels)
ii. Medical Care in accordance to Provincial and Departmental protocols and procedures at the level
qualified and authorized to do so. Registered as PCP or ACP with Alberta College of Paramedics.
b. Operates all firefighting, EMS, rescue and other equipment and vehicles within the scope of training,
certification and competency.
c. Ensures the safety, security, control, care, and well-being of all staff and the public.
d. Ensures a clean and safe work site.
e. Proficiently uses all personal protective devices and clothing supplied by the Department.

2. Administrative:
a. Completes reporting as required and work assignments according to a prescribed schedule.
b. Undertakes and participates in department projects and programs that include:
i. Quality management programs such as safety, training, equipment and facilities maintenance,
supplies and materials inventory maintenance.
ii. Assists in research, projects and development or review of Standard Operating
Procedures/Guidelines.
iii. Assists as the technical resource in the development of specifications for equipment and apparatus.
c. Participates on Department committees as requested or required.
d. Participates in job performance and or continuing professional development by successfully completing
assigned courses and others areas of training.

3. “Health and Safety Responsibilities:
• As a Worker, participate in, support, and comply with the City’s Health and Safety program and initiatives
(e.g., training, inspections, meetings, hazard assessments, incident reporting, emergency drills), policies
and procedures (including any applicable and adopted industry best practices and the Occupational
Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Code).”
4. Other:
a. Performs other related tasks and duties as requested or required

1. Possesses registered professional status at the EMT-P/Advanced Care Paramedic designation or in the final
year of a recognized EMT-P/Advanced Care Paramedic program.
2. Preference will be given to those with a minimum of 1 year on duty experience in emergency services with an
emphasis on emergency response intervention programs that include fire suppression, rescue, EMS.
3. Reclassification is based upon successful completion of RDES annual testing and performance evaluations.
4. Demonstrate progression towards and or completion of certification in directly related areas of service
delivery. (NFPA 1001 Level II.)
5. Demonstrate a continuous progression towards completion of certifications in directly related areas of service
delivery. (NFPA 1002, NFPA 1072 (HAZMAT Operations), NFPA 1006 (Technical Rescuer Operations).
6. Certificates or Diplomas in areas of study applicable to emergency services work and business activities are
considered positive attributes.
7. Must possess a valid Alberta Driver’s License (Class 3 4 with Q endorsement) and have reliable
transportation.
8. Must be able to perform work related duties while wear a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.
9. Must be able to perform work from heights in various situations as required.
10. Ability to effectively use all personal protective devices and clothing supplied by the Department.
11. Demonstrate proficient use of a computer and numerous software programs.(Microsoft Office, others)
12. Must pass a criminal record check

• Possesses registered professional status at the Advanced Care Paramedic designation in the Province of Alberta.
• Must possess a valid Alberta Driver's License with less than 5 demerits and no license suspensions in the last 2 years. (Class 4 with Q endorsement)
• Must be able to perform work related duties while wearing a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus.
• Must be able to perform work from heights in various situations as required.
• Ability to effectively use all personal protective devices and clothing supplied by the Department.
• Demonstrate proficient use of a computer and numerous software programs.(Microsoft Office, others).
• Must pass a criminal record check.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Possess a valid Alberta Driver's License (Class 1 or 3)
• Certificates or Diplomas in areas of study applicable to emergency services work
• Demonstrate progression towards and or completion of certification in directly related areas of service delivery.  (NFPA 1001 Level II.)
• Demonstrate a continuous progression towards completion of certifications in directly related areas of service delivery. (NFPA 1002, NFPA 1072 (HAZMAT Operations), NFPA 1006 (Technical Rescuer Operations)
• Preference will be given to those with a minimum of 1 year on duty experience in emergency services with an emphasis on emergency response intervention programs that include fire suppression, rescue, EMS.
  Volunteer experience and community involvement.

More than one position will be filled from this posting.

We are seeking registered Advanced Care Paramedics (ACP) and Second year Advanced Care Paramedic Students.

To be selected for the interview stage of the process, applicants must provide proof of successful completion of the physical examination within the past 6 months, as well as proof of successful completion of the aptitude test, see details below. The aptitude test results will be valid for a period of two years.

The aptitude testing will occur every second Wednesday, with two different sessions available: one at 0815 hrs and another at 1315 hrs. Each testing session lasts approximately 2.5 hours. If you're interested in participating, kindly reach out to esoperations@reddeer.ca with your name, phone number, and email and we'll confirm your preferred date and time.