Emergency Communications Officer

In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay

As an Emergency Communications Officer (ECO) with ALTA Paramedic Health (APH), you will provide safe and effective emergency medical call taking and dispatch services to ambulances. Using established protocols and guidelines, you will evaluate and process both emergency and non-emergency calls, make key decisions and contribute to the coordination of dispatch operations and response strategies.

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification is required. Candidates who do not currently hold EMD certification will be required to obtain it; training will be provided upon hire.

As required.

As required.