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Primary Care Paramedic - Flights

@ CanWest Air/Alberta Central Airways

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Edmonton, Alberta

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Overview

CanWest Air is hiring Primary Care Paramedics as flight paramedics for its air ambulance program based in High Level and Fort Vermilion, Northern Alberta. The work covers emergency and interfacility air medical transport to remote communities on a 7 days on, 14 days off rotation with 12-hour shifts. Flights to and from work and accommodations during rotations are provided.

Responsibilities:

Provide PCP-scope patient care under Alberta Medical Control Protocols
Deliver emergency and interfacility air medical transport across Northern Alberta
Work with flight crew, communications and medical oversight

Requirements summary:

Active PCP registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics
Valid Class 4 driver's licence
Professional liability insurance of $5,000,000 minimum
Ability to work safely in an aviation environment

Tools & skills

Paramedic Primary care Emergency medicine Teamwork Patient care

Source and dates

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Employer posting date: 2026-02-09
First seen by our source: 2026-10-14
Source record updated: 2026-10-21

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Job details

Department	Allied health
Hours per week	40 (estimated)
Travel	air: frequent · ground: minimal
Work setting	Vehicle, Client sites, Outdoors
Position	Sitting and standing
Physical demands	physical moderate · computer low
Licences & certifications	PCP registration (Alberta College of Paramedics), Professional Liability Insurance
Driver’s licence	required
Perks mentioned	Paid training

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Job description

Flight Paramedic – Primary Care Paramedic (PCP)

📍 High Level & Fort Vermilion, Northern Alberta
🕒 Full-Time | Part-Time | Casual
🗓 7 Days On / 14 Days Off | 12-Hour Shifts

CanWest Air is seeking experienced and motivated Primary Care Paramedics (PCP) to join our expanding Air Ambulance program as Flight Paramedics in Northern Alberta.

Operating from bases in High Level and Fort Vermilion, our crews provide emergency and interfacility air medical transport to remote and underserved communities throughout the region. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic aviation environment while being part of a growing and supportive air medical team.

If you are looking for a career that combines aviation, emergency medicine, teamwork, and meaningful patient care—this opportunity is for you.

Role Summary

Provide patient care within PCP scope of practice and Alberta Medical Control Protocols (MCPs)
Deliver emergency and interfacility air medical transport throughout Northern Alberta
Work collaboratively with Flight Crew, Communications, and Medical Oversight
Participate in a progressive air medical environment with opportunities for continued growth and education
Operate safely and professionally within a dynamic aviation setting

What We Offer

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Flights to and from work provided
Accommodations provided during rotations
Paid education and training opportunities
Advanced education opportunities including Critical Care training
Predictable 7 on / 14 off rotational schedule
Opportunity to be part of a growing Air Ambulance service supporting Northern Alberta communities

Required Qualifications

Active PCP registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics
Valid Class 4 Driver’s License
Professional Liability Insurance ($5,000,000 minimum)
Ability to work safely and effectively in an aviation environment

Why CanWest Air?

At CanWest Air, we are building more than an air ambulance service—we are building a team focused on delivering reliable, compassionate, and high-quality care to Northern Alberta communities.

Our crews are trusted to operate in challenging environments while providing professional and patient-focused care every day.

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Please apply with:

Resume
Current certifications

Applications can be submitted through the CanWest Air website:

canwestair.com

CanWest Air is an equal opportunity employer.

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