Primary Care Paramedic and Advanced Care Paramedic Positions

Position Type

Permanent

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 through a performance-based contract with the provincial government's Emergency Health Services (EHS) Operations division and the Department of Health and Wellness. EMC also operates Tele Health/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 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.

The EHS Operations Life Flight 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.

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.

There are lots of opportunities waiting for you in Nova Scotia. Apply now to learn more about our service and available positions.

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.

As a paramedic, you will provide emergency medical care to patients across the province, perform advanced life support, and support inter‑facility transports via ground, helicopter, or fixed‑wing aircraft. You will collaborate with other emergency services teams, administer medications, and maintain patient records as required.

You must be a graduate of an accredited paramedic program and be eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine by the Final date to receive applications.

• Eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine. Visit:  for more information
• A NS 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 Final date to receive applications
• Criminal background check and vulnerable sector search dated within 90 days of Final date to receive applications
• Proof of successful paramedic physical abilities testing (PC-PAT/OPPAT) that has been completed in the last 12 months. PCPATs can be completed at Life Mark Physiotherapy in Bayer's Lake. To book an appointment, please call  and ask for the graduate paramedic physical abilities test.
• CEVO ® 4 or 5 - online driving safety course. For more information:
• Resume, Cover Letter and 3 References (references will be conducted online)

• Panel interview

EMC's next orientation will be April 20‑29, 2026 (weekdays only). Please apply by March 22, 2026 to be considered for the April orientation. Please reach out to p if you have any questions regarding your application.

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.