Position Type:PermanentClosing date:2026-11-01Emergency Medical Care Inc. (EMC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Medavie Health Services (MHS) that manages and operates ground ambulance, air medical transport and the medical communications operations in Nova Scotia through a performance-based contract with the provincial government's Emergency Health Services (EHS) Operations division and the Department of Health and Wellness. As well, EMC operates TeleHealth/811 medical communications for Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island for the Department of Health.We access all communities in Nova Scotia in a timely and productive manner with our fleet of more than 180 ambulances and support vehicles operating out of 60+ stations. We respond to 165,000+ calls annually across the province, which are actively managed through the EHS Operations Medical Communications Centre, the hub of all emergency (911) and non-emergency (hospital transfers) medical calls.The EHS Operations LifeFlight program provides even greater accessibility by responding to patients on scene or through inter-facility transports by our critical care team via helicopter, fixed wing, or ground ambulance.In addition, paramedics in Nova Scotia participate in various programs both urban and rural such as community-based paramedic programs, collaborative emergency centres, and emergency preparedness and special operations, to name a few.Nature and Scope:We access all communities in Nova Scotia in a timely and efficient manner with our fleet of more than 180 ambulances and support vehicles operating out of 60+ stations. We respond to 165,000+ calls annually across the province, which are actively managed through the EHS Operations Medical Communications Centre, the hub of all emergency (911) and non-emergency (hospital transfers) medical calls.In addition, paramedics in Nova Scotia participate in various programs both urban and rural such as community-based paramedic programs, collaborative emergency centres, and emergency preparedness and special operations,



to name a few.Duties and Responsibilities:You must be a graduate of an accredited paramedic program and be eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine by the application deadline.Below lists all documents required in your application:Cover Letter and Resume that includes paramedic program dates and experience.Eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine. Visit: https://www.Nsrop.Ca/ for more informationNS Class 4 Driver's License or equivalent that authorizes you to drive an ambulance (provide a copy of both front and back)A copy of your five-year driving abstract dated within 90 days of application deadlineCriminal background check and vulnerable sector search dated within 90 days of application deadlineProof of successful paramedic physical abilities testing ( PC-PAT/OPPAT ) that has been completed in the last 12 months. PCPATs can be completed at LifeMark Physiotherapy in Bayer's Lake, Halifax. To book an appointment please call (902) 425-8484 and ask for the pre-employment paramedic physical abilities test.CEVO ® 4 or 5 - online driving safety course. For more information: http://coachingsystems.Com/product/cevo-5-ambulance-online/3 Professional References Available - At least 1 Preceptor reference is preferred. Reference checks will be conducted electronically via Workday and reference letters are not required.The pre-screening session will consist of the following:Panel interviewEMC's next orientation will begin November 17, 2026.Our Commitment to Diversity:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve. We are committed to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds, cultures, races, perspectives and skills. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify.

📌 Primary Care Paramedic And Advanced Care Paramedic Positions (Halifax Regional Municipality)
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📍 Halifax Regional Municipality