Advanced Care Paramedic - Emergency DepartmentReq ID:219314Location:Central Zone, Dartmouth General HospitalDepartment:OPCZ EMG Emergency DGHType of Employment:Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1Union:NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date:6-Jul-26About the OpportunityReporting to the Health Services Manager, the Advanced Care Paramedic is assigned tasks by the Clinical Leader and works in collaboration with other interdisciplinary team members to meet patient care needs. They support patient care by practicing within the Advanced Care Paramedic scope of practice and demonstrating competencies in the provision of care.The advanced care paramedic accepts responsibility for maintaining and continually enhancing competencies through ongoing professional development, including participation in education programs, research, and continuous quality activities. Advanced paramedics practice and conduct are defined by the professional registration body (EHSNS), and they are responsible for ensuring that registration is current and valid.The advanced care paramedic contributes to the efficiency and effective functioning of the department in meeting patient needs.



They support the development of colleagues and students by acting as a preceptor and providing ongoing mentorship.About YouGrade XII requiredRegistered and licensed with the College of Paramedics of Nova Scotia (CPNS) requiredOne (1) year of experience working as an Advanced Care Paramedic an assetCurrent BLS (HCP) Certification requiredPrevious work experience in a hospital setting or emergency care preferredDemonstrated effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, patient assessment, and telecommunication skillsCompetencies in other languages an asset, French preferredHoursPermanent, full-time; 75 hours bi-weeklyCompensation and Benefits$38.42 - $45.47 hourlySuccessful candidates may be eligible for our advantages package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.Equal Employment OpportunityNova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Advanced Care Paramedic - Emergency Department - C$38.4 - C$45.5 An Hour (Shubenacadie)
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