Advanced Care Paramedic Firefighter

Performs emergency and non-emergency duties under the direction of Fire Officers of an assigned fire and rescue team.

We are presently staffing for a FT ACP/FF Captain. Candidates must be able to commute to Redwater AB and work day/night shifts for a 4 days or 5 days rotation.

Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities:

1. • Make certain he or she fully understands their assigned tasks have received proper instruction and training and have the necessary tools and equipment to perform their duties safely and effectively.
   • Perform their duties in accordance with health and safety standards and procedures to ensure their own safety and that of their co-workers.
   • Demonstrate and promote safe work behaviours in accordance with client and company safety standards and practices.
   • Actively participate in health & safety inspections and audits.
   • Participate in site-specific safety programs.
   • Encourage positive attitudes towards health and safety initiatives programs and policies.
   • Make certain that hazards incidents injuries and illnesses are reported to their immediate supervisor.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

1. • Lead and supervise the Fire & Rescue team.
   • Assign work and ensure tasks are completed safely and effectively.
   • Ensure team members follow all site and company policies.
   • Promote a safe respectful and professional workplace.
   • Coordinate emergency response activities and emergency planning.
   • Maintain fire rescue medical equipment and vehicles.
   • Keep accurate records reports and inventories.
   • Attend meetings and work closely with site operations.
   • Train mentor and support team members including new hires.
   • Respond to fires rescues spills and medical emergencies.
   • Assist with medical clinic operations when needed.
   • Complete required training and stay current on procedures.
   • Represent International SOS professionally with clients and contractors.

Emergency Operations Responsibilities:

1. • Maintain standards of practice consistent with the governing regulatory body.
   • Perform the role of rescue team lead during emergency response operations for his or her assigned rescue team.
   • Provide ALS medical response when required and provide proper escalation for medical and chain of command for Fire/Rescue response.
   • Participate in unified command operations by coordinating with outside agencies and organizations and by overseeing the functional responsibilities of their assigned team.
   • Identify emergency scene hazards and determine actions needed to mitigate those hazards to ensure the safety of all personnel under their supervision
   • Provide strategic and tactical recommendations to the client or AHJ representative(s) regarding all matters concerning rescue operations.
   • Ensure assigned tasks are carried out according to the policies of the client and/or the AHJ and International SOS Fire and Rescue emergency operations policies.
   • Monitor the progress of the incident action plan to ensure objectives are accomplished and make any necessary adjustments according to the conditions and requirements of the incident.
   • Conduct a post-incident analysis or debrief with personnel involved in the incident operations.
   • Operate within the boundaries of his or her practice permit or license.
   • Ensure proper escalation to Response Center and Medical Director.
   • Ensure his or her tasks are performed in accordance with International SOS Fire and Rescue emergency operations policies and guidelines.

Must-haves (minimum requirements):

• Fire and medical experience
• Experience in leadership role
• Current ACP registered with Alberta College of Paramedics
• Current ITLS certification
• Current ACLS certification
• Fire Certifications:
  • NFPA 1001 Level II
  • NFPA 472 or 1072 Hazamat Operataions Level
  • NFPA 1002 Driver/Operator
  • NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue Technician
  • NFPA 1006 Confined Space Resccue Technician Level
  • NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 1 or 2
• A valid drivers license and a clean driving record
• ICS 100 200
• H2S Alive

Preference for:

• Experience in an industrial setting
• A high level of knowledge and the ability to interpret relevant medical and operational guidelines protocols policies and procedures
• Collaborate with others in order to achieve the best results and deliver the most value
• Hold others accountable and expect others to do the same
• Alignment with our values of expertisepassionrespect and care

Where youll be working your work schedule and other important information:

• Were presently staffing for a Full-time candidate for the role
• Able to commute within Redwater AB area
• Able to work day/night shifts for a 4 days or 5 days rotation
• On-call and extended hours may be required after hours when operational and business requirements indicate