communications officer - emergency services
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Public Safety Communication Officer
Posted on September 04, 2026 by Employer details Medavie
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Type de poste:Casual - Occasionnel * Date de clôture:2026-09-17 * Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians. With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training. We are proud to invest in communities to help address some of Canada's most pressing physical and mental health care challenges. As an employee of Medavie Health Services, 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 and respectful workplace. About MEDACOM Atlantic:We are currently seeking Communication Officers for our Charlottetown base. Medacom Atlantic is a subsidiary of Medavie Health Services, and operates as Prince Edward Island's Primary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP); answering all 911 calls for the province. Medacom Atlantic provides emergency and non-emergency dispatch service for Island EMS (ground ambulance) and 34 volunteer fire departments across the Island. We operate fast-paced communications, community support services, and 911 emergency medical care on Prince Edward Island.Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada. Together with Medavie Blue Cross, we are part of Medavie, a health solutions partner committed to improving the wellbeing of Canadians. With a growing network of 5,400 health care professionals in six provinces, Medavie Health Services has a long history of operating ground and air ambulance services, medical communications, Mobile Integrated Health/Community Paramedicine programs, 911 Public Safety, 811 Telehealth, home health care, as well as clinical training.Medacom Atlantic provides a 10-week paid training program that instills confidence, high-skilled communication techniques, and proper procedure for every emergency situation. If you are successful throughout our recruitment process, you must be capable of achieving your Emergency Medical Dispatching license with Priority Dispatch.Working Conditions:Unionized environmentAs Medacom Atlantic is a 24hr emergency service, the successful applicant must be available to work days, evenings, nights and weekends, and holidaysMust be able to work 10-12 hour shiftsDress code: Uniform uniforms are provided Requirements:Highschool Diploma (or equivalent)Additional education in Communications is an assetWork experience in a similar environment is an asset. For example: Emergency medical training or work experience Medical support/administration Technology Communications and/or Customer Service Excellent English languageExcellent computer proficiencySuccessful candidates must provide the following, issued within the last 60 days, before starting the EMD course.Valid CPR Level C certificationCriminal Record CheckStandard Employment Hearing AssessmentSuccessfully complete aptitude test (Criti-call)Successfully complete internal training (10 weeks) including:OrientationEmergency Medical Dispatcher Certification (EMD) course provided by the employer. Employees are responsible for maintaining certification every 2 years . Classroom & OJT programEnglish Language TestingBilingualism is an asset Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Reports directly to the Operations ManagerAnswering and handling 911 calls (as per Standard Operating Procedures) . This includes the provision of Emergency Medical Dispatch- Location Charlottetown, PE
- Work location On site
- Salary$20.00 to $41.76HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentPart time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2208830
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