Advanced First Aid Medics

Advanced First Aid Medic (AFA)

Great opportunity for recent AFA graduates looking to gain valuable field experience in the industrial sector.

We are currently hiring Advanced First Aid Medics (AFA) for immediate and upcoming placements on both drilling rig and seismic exploration projects across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia for the Fall/Winter season.

As a rig medic, you will be stationed in an on-site medic shack and will be primarily responsible for responding immediately in the event of a rig emergency during operations. Duties include monitoring the health and safety of crew members, maintaining accurate medical and safety documentation, and being available 24/7 for emergency response while on shift. This role is ideal for medics who can work independently in a fast-paced, high-hazard industrial environment. You will receive comprehensive online and in-person training to prepare you to safely and effectively perform your duties.

As a seismic medic, you will be working on seismic exploration projects, which would involve custom online and in-person training on how to haul and operate a snowmobile and UTV for accessing remote patients in diverse geographical areas. You will also receive training on what seismic exploration is and the duties of a medic on such a project. If you have experience working in backcountry or remote settings, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

- Administer first aid and medical care and immediate response during emergencies to crew members as required within your scope of practice

- Conduct assessments and initiate treatment as required

- Maintain daily logs, injury reports, and medical documentation

- Participate in daily safety meetings and provide input on site safety practices

- Assist with health and safety programs and participate in emergency response drills

- Ensure medical equipment and supplies remain fully stocked and operational

- Submit daily hazard assessments on projects

- Handle radio checks with crews on programs that use mobile radios

Qualifications & Requirements:

- Current Drug and Alcohol Clearance

- Valid driver’s license (Class 4 or Class 5)

- Current and clean Driver’s Abstract

- Standard PPE: CSA-approved boots, task-specific gloves, and a cold-weather snow suit all other PPE will be supplied.

Valid Certifications:

- Current Advanced First Aid

- H2S Alive

- Energy Safety Canada – Common Safety Orientation (CSO)

- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) in-house online training provided

- WHMIS in-house online training provided

Please note:

Only candidates who meet the listed qualifications will be contacted

Reference checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process

Job Type: Seasonal

Work Location: In person