Associated Ambulance provides EMS service to 23 rural communities across Alberta and we would like to give you the opportunity to live and work in one of those rural areas. Our community sizes range from just a few hundred to the tens of thousands, but we assure you, what they lack in size, they make up for in heart!
Experience our unique towns and cities in rural Alberta, many which offer location-based incentives along with great rates of pay, benefits and more.
“Small town Alberta is a place where you don’t just work in the community, you become a part of it. The relationships you build there ultimately depend on you. The staff at the healthcare center have been supporting their community for over 30 years and their knowledge is beyond what we could ever read in a textbook. Boyle is the exact definition of where teamwork within multi agencies came from.
Why choose associated ambulance?
rural experience
CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT
HEALTH & WELLNESS
PATIENT ADVOCACY
23 communities with 49 front line ambulances
When you join our team at Associated Ambulance, you’re contributing to saving lives across 130,000 sq km of Alberta.
how to apply
provincial competencies & evaluations
The first step in working with Associated Ambulance is completing provincial competencies to gain your Alberta College of Paramedics certificate and meet all requirements for working as a paramedic in the province.
Each of the steps below includes link that will guide you towards completion.
Step 1 - NOCP Competency Self assessment
You can access the full National Occupational Competency Profile here. You can also access a self assessment tool by visiting: NOCP Self Assessment – International Paramedics (internationalparamedicsbc.com)
The key competencies to evaluate yourself on are:
Step 2 - nocp competency skills resources
You may be required to submit supporting evidence for areas identified as requiring improvement, with respect to your clinical practice, during the self-assessment. You may find examples of some courses at All the Steps – International Paramedics (internationalparamedicsbc.com). You must verify any courses meet the knowledge requirements and are taken through an approved provider.
Step 3 - copr submission
The following resources will outline the COPR requirement.
COPR Submission: https://copr.ca/assessment-of-international-applicants
The COPR Assessment Process consists of four steps:
- Complete the initial application form
- Competency Self-Assessment Tool in your account
- Eligibility Assessment Application Form in your account
- Applicant File Review
Upon completion of the above steps, COPR will provide a summary of assessment findings to the respective provincial paramedic regulator for consideration. Applicants will then be contacted by the regulator regarding completion of provincial regulatory requirements. It should be noted that regulatory requirements differ in each provincial jurisdiction. It is at this point that any additional gaps can be discussed or requested for completion should any be missing.
Step 4 - alberta college of paramedics determination & jurisprudence exam
Once you have completed the COPR examination, you can apply for Provisional Registration in Alberta. You can find information regarding the Application Types here.
Information on Registering with the Alberta College of Paramedics can be found here.
Step 5 - driver license requirements
Driver Licensing information can be found here. You will be required to obtain your Class 5 license and then your will need to obtain your Class 4 license in order to operate an ambulance.
Step 6 - functional abilities recruitment evaluation (fare test)
The F.A.R.E. test for Paramedics and EMS applicants consists of:
- A Musculoskeletal screen
- A lifting test consisting of:
- Progressive lifting of a crate up to 48kg (105lbs) of weight
- Progressive front carry of a crate of up to 48kg (105lbs) of weight
- Progressive bilateral side carry of up to 9kg (20lbs) of weight in each hand
- Kneeling and forward trunk flexion simultaneously for 2 minutes
- Completion of one full circuit within 15 minutes
FARE Tests in Alberta can be booked through lifemark.ca
International equivalents may be available by searching Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluations.
Step 6 - functional abilities recruitment evaluation (fare test)
The F.A.R.E. test for Paramedics and EMS applicants consists of:
- A Musculoskeletal screen
- A lifting test consisting of:
- Progressive lifting of a crate up to 48kg (105lbs) of weight
- Progressive front carry of a crate of up to 48kg (105lbs) of weight
- Progressive bilateral side carry of up to 9kg (20lbs) of weight in each hand
- Kneeling and forward trunk flexion simultaneously for 2 minutes
- Completion of one full circuit within 15 minutes
FARE Tests in Alberta can be booked through lifemark.ca
International equivalents may be available by searching Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluations.
Step 7 - apply for a position with associated ambulance
Now that you are registered to practice in Alberta, job opportunities with Associated Ambulance can be found on our website.
www.associatedambulance.com/careers
Those applicants that are successful will be contacted and put into touch with members of our team to assist you with the remaining steps below.
We look forward to you joining our team!
Immigration and relocation
Once you are certified to work as a paramedic in Alberta, we can assist you with the following steps to complete immigration forms, set up your banking, file for income tax, and more.
step 8: immigration and visa information
You will be assisted by a team member with your immigration and VISA application.
Click here for Immigration and Citizenship information and here for information on how to Immigrate to Canada.
step 9: Social insurance number (SIN)
Everyone working in Canada is required to have a Social Insurance Number (SIN). This can be obtained by providing your personal documents and work permits to Service Canada.
step 10 - Income Tax
Despite having income tax removed from each paycheck, you will still need to file a personal tax return document for the calendar year (January to December). You may choose to complete this yourself or have an accountant prepare your taxes for you.
step 11 - Health Care
All new and returning residents must apply for Alberta Health Care Insurance Coverage.
Individuals moving to Alberta from another country who have an immigration document from Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada may be eligible for AHCIP coverage depending on the type of document, any restrictions, the length of time on the document and their commitment to reside in Alberta for 12 consecutive months.
step 12 - Banking
There are a variety of Banks to choose from. Compare the deals being offered as well as the locations of different branches to where you will be working or living. To set up an account, you will need your work permit, SIN, valid home address and ID.
step 13 - Housing
We will assist you with your initial housing upon arrival in Alberta for work. Ask us for more details! You may then explore your options to rent or purchase a home in your community.
Consider tenant insurance for rentals and home owners insurance if you purchase to help protect you and your belongings. There are a wide variety of insurance providers to choose from.
step 14 - cell phone providers
There are various cell phone providers in Alberta. Compare the plans, phones and services you would like when setting up a new account.
step 15 - Transporation
Transportation systems will vary depending on where you choose to live. Urban centers such as Edmonton, Calgary and Red Deer will have public transportation systems. Some smaller communities will have taxi services available. You may choose to rent or purchase a vehicle as well and will also need to purchase insurance for the vehicle.
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