Melanie Hector
Red Deer,AB
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Red Deer Emergency Services. Proven expertise in relationship building and critical decision-making, successfully coordinating practicum placements and enhancing recruitment efforts. Adept at direct patient care and mentoring, fostering teamwork and professionalism while delivering advanced life support in high-pressure situations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic/Firefighter
Red Deer Emergency Services
08.2011 - Current
- Administered advanced life support and critical care to patients in emergency situations.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools, maintaining high safety standards during operations.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
Practicum Coordinator
Red Deer Emergency Services
2024 - Current
- Coordinated and maintained relationships with paramedic schools for student practicum placements
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to assess student progress
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents
Recruitment Committee Member
Red Deer Emergency Services
2024 - Current
- Attended committee meetings to propose, discuss and advance recruitment
- Represented the committee at external conferences and school tours, effectively communicating what RDES has to offer for potential employees
Education
Bachelor of Applied Health Science - Advanced Care Paramedic
Medicine Hat College
Medicine Hat, AB06-2011
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Relationship building
- Schedule coordination
- Direct patient care and management
- Medical and firefighting equipment operation
- Critical decision-making skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Mentoring
Certification
- ACP 502662
- NFPA 1001 Level 1 and 2
- Hazmat Technician Training - 2023
- Rope Rescue Technician Training - 2024
- Trench Rescue Training - 2025
AWARDS
Excellence in Resuscitation - Recognized with a team for attaining a ROSC with good metrics during a cardiac arrest
Timeline
Paramedic/Firefighter
Red Deer Emergency Services
08.2011 - Current
Practicum Coordinator
Red Deer Emergency Services
2024 - Current
Recruitment Committee Member
Red Deer Emergency Services
2024 - Current
Bachelor of Applied Health Science - Advanced Care Paramedic
Medicine Hat College