EMR Application Process

​​BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) accepts applications year-round for casual paramedic positions. Below is a simple overview of application and selection process, including what happens at each stage.

​1Apply

​Casual positions

To apply for a casual EMR (emergency medical responder) role, complete the Application for Employment form.

Before your apply: Make sure you have all required documents ready to upload with your application and self-assessment.

Regular part-time or full-time positions

To apply for regular part-time or full-time roles, check current job postings on Brainhunter.

  • Apply directly to any roles you qualify for
  • You do not need to a separate general application

Required documents

You must submit:

  • Completed Application for Employment form
  • Valid emergency medical responder (EMR) licence from the Emergency Medical Assistants Licensing Board (EMALB)
  • Copy of your current driver's licence
  • Copy of your driver's abstract (from ICBC or your province)
  • Proof of grade 12 graduation or post-secondary completion
  • Canadian work permit (if required)

Additional requirements

You must be able to:

  • Work at least 8 day or night shifts per month
  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Communicate clearly with patients, partners and health care professionals

2Interview

If we shortlist your application, we will invite you to an interview.

During the interview, we will:
  • Ask behaviour-based questions
  • Review your skills and past experience
  • Assess how well you fit the paramedic role

3Reference checks and criminal record check

If you pass the interview:
  • We will contact your references
    • These should be supervisors or others who can speak to your work performance
  • You must complete a criminal record check
    • We will provide instructions
    • You are responsible for the cost through the Ministry of Justice

4Pre-hire requirements

If your references are positive, you will:
  • Complete a fitness assessment
  • Submit your station preferences
  • Confirm your availability

Important:

  • BCEHS operates across the province
  • Station availability changes monthly
  • Some locations may not be hiring when you are ready for placement
  • Choosing rural or remote stations may help you get placed faster
  • Urban locations may have longer wait times

5Job offer and onboarding

Once you:

  • Submit all required documents
  • Pass the fitness assessment
  • Receive a clear criminal record check 

We will invite you to attend a New Employee Orientation (NEO) session.

NEO details

  • NEO takes place in Vancouver
  • BCEHS covers travel and accommodation for eligible candidates
  • We will assign your station placement during this stage
  • A Talent Acquisition (TA) representative will support you

Your will receive your official job offer after we confirm your station placement and before your NEO date.