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Family Medicine Physician - 2 Positions Available
Zone: Eastern Rural Zone
Location: Placentia Health Centre Family/Emergency Physician
Permanent Full-time

Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly plus on call obligations

Salary: As per Memorandum of Agreement

Posted Date: 2024-11-01

Competition Number: VAC0003293

Closing Date: Open until filled.

ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES

We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.

At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.

If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

NL Health Services – Eastern Rural Zone invites applications for two (2) permanent full-time Family Medicine Physicians at the Placentia Health Centre in Placentia, NL.

Placentia Health Centre is a 24-hour emergency Category B facility located along the southwest coast of the Avalon Peninsula, approximately 130 kilometres from St. John's — roughly an 80-minute drive via the Trans-Canada Highway. The centre is also conveniently located minutes from the Argentia ferry terminal via Route 100.

The successful candidates will be accountable for the provision of comprehensive health care services including family medicine clinics and Category B emergency room coverage, emergency care and patient transfer, an equal distribution of on-call responsibility in the local Category B emergency room, and long-term care inpatient duties and general practice clinics.

Work Environment

Placentia is a historic and welcoming community on the southwest coast of the Avalon Peninsula, offering stunning coastal scenery, a rich cultural heritage, and easy access to the natural beauty of the surrounding region. For more information visit: www.placentia.ca

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
  • Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
  • Must satisfy credentialing and privilege requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide family medicine clinics and Category B emergency room coverage
  • Provide emergency care and patient transfer services as required
  • Participate in on-call coverage distributed equally among physicians at this site
  • Provide long-term care inpatient duties and general practice clinics
  • Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of physicians and allied health professionals
  • Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

REMUNERATION

As per Memorandum of Agreement

Step assignment determined by the Department of Health and Community Services in accordance with Provincial Guidelines, with yearly progression thereafter. Physicians are eligible to bill Category B incentive rates as set out by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Benefits Include:

  • Health and dental benefits
  • Vacation and various leaves including family and study leave in accordance with the current MOA
  • Free housing accommodation for the first 3 months of employment

Available Incentives: Candidates may be eligible for recruitment and retention incentives, subject to applicable terms, conditions, and program availability at the time of offer.

HOW TO APPLY

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates are asked to submit applications via our careers webpage: Apply here

For more information, please contact:

[email protected]

LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL

NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Competition Number: VAC0003293
Company Website: https://NLHealthServices.ca/
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About NL Health Services

About NL Health Services

If you come from away, you’ll discover just how special Newfoundland and Labrador is. If you're a local, you already know this. It’s our people. It’s our culture. It’s our stories (and oh do we love our stories).

If you’re looking to grow your health career in a place with adventure around each corner and a strong sense of community, then let’s put on the kettle and have a chat. Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services might just be the perfect fit for you.

Why join NL Health Services?

There are many reasons. You will put your skills to great use in a unique and remarkable part of the world, be part of interdisciplinary and talented health-care teams and have access to state-of-the-art equipment and modern facilities.

  • We also offer incentives for local talent, those looking to return home and those new to our province.
  • Competitive remuneration and attractive benefits package.
  • Generous vacation packages and paid time off.
  • Full-time and part-time pension plans options.
  • Health insurance, dental and long-term disability plans.
  • Financial incentives and relocation support.
  • Student placements and clinical residencies.
  • Remote work options available.
  • Fast pathways to nursing for out-of-province applicants.

With a rich and unique culture, and tremendous natural beauty, Newfoundland and Labrador is an ideal place to call home, with a growing diverse population and among the safest places in the world to live.

About NL Health Services

At NL Health Services, we are responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 510,550 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our team consists of more than 22,000 dedicated health workers who are committed to providing the best care in communities across the province, in five geographical areas.

The provincial health authority was created in April 2023, following recommendations from Health Accord NL, and brings together five former separate health entities. Our goal is to improve the health of the people of Newfoundland and Labrador and to create a more integrated, accessible, technologically enhanced, equitable and sustainable health system.

We know that it is the people – employees, physicians and volunteers – that together make NL Health Services a great place to work. We believe that every person carries valuable knowledge, experience and perspective, and it is in this diversity that we find strength. At NL Health Services, we embrace the distinct and complementary characteristics of all our members as we seek to eliminate health disparities by providing fair, equitable and quality health care to all patients, residents and clients.

If your passion is to provide extraordinary health care to the residents of the communities of Newfoundland and Labrador, we want to hear from you.

Come, work with us, and be extraordinary every day!

For more information, please visit: https://nlhealthservices.ca/.

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