Paramedic Practice Specialist

Role Responsibilities

We are seeking a Paramedic Practice Specialist to provide expert knowledge and support in the development and maintenance of policies that ensure public safety and meet legislated standards. You will be responsible for offering advice and technical support to key stakeholders, including government officials, healthcare providers, and emergency services teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Development & Public Safety: Assist in developing policies that set minimum legislated standards for public safety and ensure they are met.
• Stakeholder Consultation: Provide expert advice to the Minister, Premier, Cabinet, MLAs, AHS, Covenant Health, professional colleges, unions, emergency department staff, physicians, municipalities, and various governmental bodies.
• Contract Management: Manage and maintain business contracts effectively.
• Research & Analysis: Conduct literature reviews and jurisdictional scans, providing recommendations and findings through written reports and presentations.
• Legislation & Standards Consultation: Offer consultation on proposed and existing legislation, policies, and standards, and provide interpretation of current legislation to stakeholders.
• Innovative Strategies & Programs: Identify, evaluate, and support innovative acute care strategies, programs, and initiatives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Consult with internal and external stakeholders to assist in program development from a ministry perspective.
• Timely & Effective Action: Meet tight deadlines while managing a dynamic and changing workflow environment.
• Special Projects & Representation: Provide input and representation for special projects in various ministries, divisions, and units.
• Communication: Draft briefing notes, letters, memos, and other communication requiring subject matter expertise.
• Continuous Competency: Maintain professional competence in paramedic practice.
• Documentation & Manual Development: Review, update, and develop administrative forms and supporting manuals.
• Performance Measures: Identify performance measures and indicators to ensure effective program delivery.

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf

• Agility - Quickly adjusts strategies and approaches to address new challenges or opportunities.
• Develop Networks - Cultivates strong working relationships with colleagues, government officials, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
• Creative Problem Solving - Approaches problems with a mindset of curiosity and seeks to understand underlying causes.
• Systems Thinking - Identifies areas for systemic improvements and works to optimize the overall functioning of the paramedic and healthcare systems.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 
A university degree Paramedicine or Paramedics, Health Sciences, Public Health and four (4) years of related experience in a paramedic or healthcare-related role, including experience in policy development, emergency services, or public safety.  Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college as required by the Health Professions Act.

Equivalency: Diploma in Paramedics and six (6) years of related experience.  Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college as required by the Health Professions Act. Masters degree related to the position assignment and three (3) years of related experience. 

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of paramedic practice, legislation, and policies.
• Excellent communication and writing skills for varied audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials and healthcare providers.

This position offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in the development and oversight of paramedic practice and emergency health services in the province. Apply now to contribute your expertise to a dynamic and impactful team.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

2 Permanent positions available. 

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (full-time) - Monday to Friday.

Location: 1 in Edmonton and 1 in Calgary 

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary. This competition may be used to fill future roles at the same or lower classifications.

A written assessment may be used as part of the screening/selection process.

The final candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment checks (Reference check/Criminal Record Check and/or Academic). 
 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Pension plans: Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits 
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs