Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
The Advanced Care Paramedic provides emergency patient care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team while maintaining clinical competencies. They also contribute to department efficiency and act as a preceptor to support the development of colleagues and students.
21-Aug-26About the Opportunity Reporting 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 Care Paramedics practice and conduct are defined by the professional registration body (NSRoP), 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 You We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Grade XII required Registered and licensed with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine (NSRoP) required One (1) year of experience working as an Advanced Care Paramedic an asset Current BLS (HCP) Certification required Previous work experience in a hospital setting or emergency care preferred Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, patient assessment, and telecommunication skills Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours
Permanent full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly Compensation and Benefits $38.42 - $45.47 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
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Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position.
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Candidates must hold a Grade XII diploma and be registered/licensed with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine (NSRoP). A current BLS (HCP) certification is required, and one year of experience as an Advanced Care Paramedic is considered an asset.
Market context
In Nova Scotia, administration roles tied to radiology and imaging support are often competitive because employers look for candidates who can coordinate patient flow, documentation, and clinical communication while meeting strict credentialing standards. For this role, the requirements include graduation from an approved Radiological Technology school, registration with NSCMIRTP and CAMRT, and current Basic Life Support certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare the signing bonus, relocation assistance, wellness programs, and enhanced benefits against your credentials and priorities.