11 Aug
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Island EMS
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Prince Edward Island
11 Aug
Island EMS
Prince Edward Island
Position Type: Permanent * Closing date: 2026-05-29
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 Param .....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 protected and respectful workplace.
Job Summary The ACP (Advanced Care Paramedic) provides immediate treatment and transportation of sick and injured individuals to appropriate medical facilities. ACPs operate within the scope of the Advanced Care practice, provide leadership throughout each shift using specified educational training, and are responsible for decision-making, leadership and safety of the ambulance throughout each shift. ACPs work alongside PCPs and ICPS daily and provide a reliable insight throughout emergency medical situations. Due to the nature of operating in the public eye, a high level of professionalism, communication, and knowledge is always expected.
The ACP is required to conduct themselves in a safe and discreet manner, responsible for conduct justification to patients, family members, hospital staff, management, public agencies, legal court, and more.
Responsibilities Provide immediate medical treatment to patients and transport them to appropriate facilities.
Exercise leadership and decision‑making throughout the shift.
Maintain ambulance safety and operational readiness.
Collaborate with Physician Care Providers (PCPs) and Integrated Care Providers (ICPs).
Demonstrate professionalism, communication, and knowledge in public and clinical settings.
Act in a safe and discreet manner, providing justification to patients, families, hospitals, management, public agencies, and legal entities.
Qualifications Current PEI Paramedic License.
Current CPR card.
Copy of diploma/degree.
Class 4 Driver's License; fully graduated/unrestricted; driver's abstract issued within last 90 days.
Valid ACLS certification.
Valid driver course certificate (CEVO) issued within last 2 years.
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check issued within last 90 days.
Confirmation of HEP.
Vaccination for B (e.g., B vaccination).
Maintain ACP status through mandated continuing medical education.
Additional training and/or education is highly valued.
Salary and Benefits Salary: $33.34 - $42.10 hourly as per the CUPE 3324 Collective Agreement.
EEO Statement Medavie Health Services is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
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📌 Advanced Care Paramedic (Prince Edward Island)
🏢 Island EMS
📍 Prince Edward Island