Medical Assistant Jobs in Nova Scotia, Canada

Medical Laboratory Assistants in the Services and Programs department support Pathology and Laboratory Medicine across Nova Scotia by handling specimen processing, data entry, and equipment loading. They work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, at various community and hospital sites, providing customer service and ensuring safety protocols.

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PLM) team at Nova Scotia Health supports diagnostic testing by handling pre- and post-analytical processes. The Medical Laboratory Assistant procures, processes, and records specimens, prepares media and reagents, manages supplies, and loads samples onto analyzers while ensuring patient safety and accurate identification.

Nova Scotia Health's Division of Microbiology in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Valley Regional Hospital is seeking a Medical Microbiologist for a 0.25 FTE position in Kentville, Nova Scotia. The role provides medical oversight of microbiology testing for the Western Zone, develops and validates new test methodologies, coordinates community-based and tertiary care, teaches medical students and residents, and represents the zone at provincial meetings.

The Medical Director at Rosedale Home for Special Care leads clinical operations in a 39‑bed long‑term care facility, ensuring high‑quality, person‑centered primary care. Responsibilities include coordinating comprehensive medical services, guiding admissions and goals‑of‑care discussions, managing medication reviews, and providing after‑hours support.

Diagnostic Imaging team at Nova Scotia Health delivers patient-focused medical imaging and radiation therapy services across the province, utilizing advanced equipment such as GE Logic E10s and Philips Epiq CVXs. Graduates will join a close‑knit group of professionals guiding patients through testing, supporting continuous service expansion and access improvement.

Timberlea Medical Centre, part of Ravines Medical Group, delivers collaborative primary care in a supportive team environment. The family physician role focuses on comprehensive patient care, minor in‑office procedures, and coordinated referrals within the Ravines network.

Emergency Medical Care (EMC) provides ground ambulance, air medical transport and medical communications across Nova Scotia. The Emergency Medical Responder delivers immediate treatment, transports patients and supports hospital care, working closely with first responders and healthcare teams.

Medical Site Lead at Nova Scotia Health’s Strait‑Richmond Hospital in Evanston, Cape Breton, NS. The role drives compliance, quality and patient safety for the medical staff, partnering with the Site Director to embed clinician insight into operations. It leads emergency preparedness, access and flow initiatives, and supports recruitment and orientation of physicians.

Laboratory Services team at Nova Scotia Health Authority provides core clinical testing and quality assurance for patient care. The Laboratory Technical Specialist conducts analyses, instrument troubleshooting, method evaluation, and maintains safety programs while interpreting test results.

Diagnostic Imaging Team at Nova Scotia Health Authority provides comprehensive ultrasound services across multiple sites. The sonographer performs routine and specialized ultrasound procedures, ensures proper technique, and delivers patient care while supporting call‑back, stand‑by, and shift work including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Medical Device Reprocessing Department at Nova Scotia Health Authority ensures safe decontamination, sterilization, reassembly, testing and distribution of medical devices for operating rooms. The technician performs detailed technical duties, maintains records, and supports infection control while working onsite at Dartmouth General Hospital.

Laboratory Services team at Nova Scotia Health Authority performs analytical tests and procedures for the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, ensuring quality and accuracy. The technologist operates computer‑integrated instruments, evaluates results against reference intervals, and makes independent reporting decisions, often with minimal supervision during emergencies and weekend/night shifts.

Emergency Medical Care Inc. communications centre team provides 24/7 emergency and non‑emergency medical call handling for Nova Scotia. The Medical Communications Officer processes service requests, acts as call taker and dispatcher, delivers pre‑arrival instructions and ensures accurate paperwork while supporting patient care.

Emergency Medical Care Inc. (EMC) Medical Communication Centre coordinates non‑emergency patient transfers across Nova Scotia. The Transfer Administrator handles incoming transfer calls, records details, coordinates with hospitals and agencies, and ensures accurate paperwork and timely service.

Medical Interview Team at Manulife conducts in-depth bilingual (English/French) medical and lifestyle interviews to support underwriting for life and critical illness insurance. The role involves probing clients for accurate health information, managing workload with strong organization, and ensuring confidentiality while delivering exceptional customer service.

Family Medicine at Westville Medical Clinic provides comprehensive primary health care to the Westville community. The physician delivers full‑scope family services, including preventive, acute, and chronic care for patients of all ages, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

A part‑time physician lead will drive digital transformation across Nova Scotia’s health system, coordinating clinical committees, championing provider adoption, and shaping provincial governance. The role blends clinical expertise with change leadership to embed technology into everyday care, ensuring smooth implementation and sustained engagement.

Physician Support is seeking a part-time physician for a Medical Digital Transformation Lead position. Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come.

Family Practice Network at Stewiacke Medical Clinic provides comprehensive primary health care to the Stewiacke community. The physician delivers full‑scope family medicine services, managing patients of all ages across preventive, acute, and chronic care.

Family Practice Network at Hydrostone Medical Centre provides comprehensive primary care to the Halifax community. The physician delivers full‑scope family medicine, including examinations, diagnostics, preventive counseling, and referrals, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, a physician assistant, and a psychiatrist.