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Family Medicine Physician
Locum Opportunities
Zone: Eastern Zone
Location: BONPHC - Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre
Family Medicine Physician (Locum)
Temporary Full-time
EXTERNALDR

Hours: As per NL Health Services Locum Policy

Salary:

As per NL Health Services Locum Policy

Competition Number: VAC0025670

Posted Date: 2026-06-09

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 is seeking Locum Family Medicine Physicians to provide coverage at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre (BPHC) in Bonavista, NL.

The Bonavista Peninsula Health Centre has 10 inpatient beds including one palliative care bed, and a 12-bed Protective Care Unit. Services include 24-hour emergency services, laboratory, X-ray, diabetic education, dietitian, chemotherapy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, mental health, outpatient clinics, and inpatient services. The centre is associated with Golden Heights Manor, a 70-bed Level 3 long-term care facility.

The referral site is Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville, approximately 110 km away, offering a full range of specialist services including anesthesia, general surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics, gynecology, psychiatry, radiology, pediatrics, and 24-hour emergency (Category A).

Work Environment

The Town of Bonavista is a vibrant community that boasts some of the world's best vantage points for spotting puffins, icebergs, and whales. It offers numerous world-class hiking trails and was recently granted UNESCO designation for some of the best-preserved fossils in the world. For more information visit: www.townofbonavista.com

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
  • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification in Family Medicine (or equivalent)
  • 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
  • Up-to-date Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide chronic disease management, long-term care, palliative care, respite care, prenatal care, minor surgery, and acute inpatient care
  • Deliver emergency call and patient stabilization and transfer services
  • Provide scheduled ambulatory clinics, walk-in clinics, inpatient coverage, and general practice clinics at Golden Heights Manor
  • Share on-call coverage for the emergency department and after-hours call equitably among the physician group
  • Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

REMUNERATION

Compensation will be in accordance with applicable NL Health Services locum policies. Incentives are based on the locum policy — contact the recruiter for details.

Community Support:

  • Regulated childcare spaces may be available at the Bonavista Regional YMCA

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.

Competition Number: VAC0025670
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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