About The Position
Emergency 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. EMC operates TeleHealth/811 medical communications for Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. 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 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. EMC is committed to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds, cultures, races, perspectives and skills. We are recognized as one of Canada's best places to work and are a leading provider of health solutions and insurance for 1 in 10 Canadians. Medavie is a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in healthcare delivery, benefits management, health management, and primary care. Backed by the strength of a team of 8,500+ professionals from coast to coast, we’re committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest. Medavie provides all-in-one private health insurance, public health administration, emergency medical services as Canada's largest contracted provider, as well as primary care, community health, mental health and addictions solutions, medical communications, and clinical training. As a not-for-profit organization, Medavie is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, certified by Imagine Canada for philanthropy and community engagement, and Rainbow Registered as an organization that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited paramedic program.
- Eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine.
- NS Class 4 Driver's License or equivalent that authorizes you to drive an ambulance.
- A copy of your five-year driving abstract dated within 90 days of application deadline.
- Criminal background check and vulnerable sector search dated within 90 days of application deadline.
- Proof of successful paramedic physical abilities testing (PC-PAT/OPPAT) that has been completed in the last 12 months.
- CEVO ® 4 or 5 - online driving safety course.
- Resume, Cover Letter and 3 References Available.
Responsibilities
- Respond to emergency (911) and non-emergency (hospital transfers) medical calls.
- Participate in various programs both urban and rural such as community-based paramedic programs, collaborative emergency centres, and emergency preparedness and special operations.
- Provide medical care via ground ambulance, air medical transport, or helicopter, fixed wing, or ground ambulance for critical care transports.
Benefits
- Full careers. Full lives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
