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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. 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 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 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.
There are lots of opportunities waiting for you in Nova Scotia. Apply now to learn more about our service and available positions.
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Reporting to the Vice President, Strategy & System Performance, this position is essential to assist the efficient and effective management of the Executive Office to ensure inquiries and general administrative issues are dealt with in a timely and appropriate manner. As a key point of contact for internal colleagues and external stakeholders, the Executive Assistant must be approachable, friendly, well-organized and professional.
The incumbent is responsible for providing administrative and support services to the Vice President, Strategy & System Performance. As an employee of EMC, we are accountable to our patients and coworkers by participating in and supporting all safety related initiatives, as well as acting in a manner that fosters a culture that focuses on patient safety and a safe workplace.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position entails, but is not limited to the following:
Reporting, meeting arrangements, and other portfolio and programs assistance
Administers portfolio assignments, as required. This may include coordinating and administering reporting, file management, tracking data or information or other
Proficient in the preparation and editing of various types of correspondence including those of a confidential nature, professional presentations and other documents which are assigned the direct manager or divisional leaders.
Administers key meetings as assigned, including inter-organizational committees and meetings. This includes tracking attendance, actions, Terms of Reference, detailed minute-taking, and logistics.
Coordinates appointments, meetings and presentations as required, for Chief Operating Officer or Vice President or Executive Director or Divisional Leaders
Office Administration:
Organizes and coordinates business travel arrangements as required
Prepares monthly expense reports and Visa reconciliation
Performs as the first point of contact of the Chief Operating Officer or Vice President, or Executive Director to other senior staff, business partners and associates, and other EMC employees
Serves as an internal key point of contact for staff for office and divisional functioning and administration.
Works in collaboration with Medavie & Medavie Health Services administrative assistants
Works collaboratively with other administrative and others at EMC to ensure consistent practices and to provide support across divisions
Works closely and supports the Executive Leadership…