Anesthesiology Physician
NL Health Services - 933 Jobs
Newfoundland and Labrador
Job Details:
Benefits:
Permanent Full-Time
Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital
Clarenville, NL Eastern Rural Zone
EXTERNALDR
Hours:
75 hours bi-weekly plus on-call obligation
Salary:
As per Memorandum of Agreement On-call is billable to Medical Care Plan (MCP).
The specialist salary scale is Step 1- $302,346.49 to Step 3 - $327,486.22
Competition Number: VAC0019210
Posted Date: 2025-12-04
Closing Date: Open until filled.
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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 a permanent full-time Anesthesiologist at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville, NL.
The successful candidate will function as a member of the surgical team and be responsible for the provision of anesthetic services to surgical patients in an acute care setting. Direct involvement in patient care pre- and post-operatively is required, including responsibility for pre-admission anesthesia clinics and post-operative pain management. The successful candidate will also be expected to administer epidurals and spinals to labor and delivery patients and participate in an equitable on-call schedule including weekends and holidays. On-call is billable to the Medical Care Plan (MCP).
Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital provides services to a catchment area of approximately 20,000 people. The hospital has 41 acute care beds including palliative care, medical/surgical, obstetrics, pediatric, and ICU beds, as well as 9 ER beds and 44 long-term care beds. Services include anesthesia, chemotherapy, family practice, general surgery, gynecology, obstetrics, ICU/Cardiac, internal medicine, laboratory, palliative care, pathology, pediatrics, psychiatry, radiology, respiratory therapy, ultrasonography, and 24-hour emergency (Category A). Visiting clinics include neurology and ophthalmology.
Work Environment
Clarenville is a vibrant service centre in eastern Newfoundland offering an exceptional quality of life. The town is near a national park, downhill and cross-country ski lodges, two golf courses, and hunting and fishing opportunities. Community amenities include a stadium, swimming pool, theatre, soccer pitch, running track, softball fields, playgrounds, hiking trails, and snowmobile trails. For more information visit: https://clarenville.ca/
QUALIFICATIONS
- Medical Degree (MD) with specialist training
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification in Anesthesiology (or equivalent)
- Eligible for and maintain 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 anesthetic services to surgical patients as a key member of the surgical team
- Deliver pre-operative anesthesia clinic services and post-operative pain management
- Administer epidurals and spinals to labor and delivery patients
- Participate in an equitable on-call schedule including weekends and holidays
- Work collaboratively within a team-based, patient-focused environment
- 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
The Specialist Salary Scale ranges from CAD 302,346 – CAD 327,486 as outlined in the current Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). Step assignment determined by the Department of Health and Community Services in accordance with Provincial Guidelines, with yearly progression thereafter. On-call is billable to the Medical Care Plan (MCP).
Benefits Include:
- Annual Leave — 20 working days
- Family Leave, Parental Leave, Education Leave, Sick Leave
- 9 paid statutory holidays + Compensatory Leave
- Employer-Sponsored RRSP
- Group Insurance — Basic Life, AD&D, Supplementary Health, Group Travel, Vision Care
Available Incentives:
- Relocation assistance contingent on a 24-month return-in-service agreement — https://www.gov.nl.ca/exec/tbs/policies/benefits/relocation/
- Free housing accommodation for the first 3 months of employment
- Provincial incentives — https://workinhealthnl.ca/incentives/#all-incentives
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:
Tracy Hedd
[email protected]
LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL
NL Health Services is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and employment equity. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the selection process.
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