Developmental Pediatrician
NL Health Services - 969 Jobs
St. John's, NL
Job Details:
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Zone: Eastern Zone
Location: JCH - Janeway, St. John's, NL Developmental Pediatrician
Eastern Zone - Physician
Permanent Full-time
EXTERNAL
Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly + On-Call Obligations
Salary: As per Memorandum of Agreement
Competition Number: VAC0025805
Posted Date: 2026-06-12
Closing Date: 2026-07-08
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
NL Health Services – Eastern Urban Zone invites applications for a Full-time Developmental Pediatrician to join the Child Development and Rehabilitation Division at the Janeway Children’s Health and Rehabilitation Centre in St. John’s, NL.
The successful candidate will provide outpatient care to children with behavioural and developmental needs within the Child Health Program. The physician will share equitably in the outpatient workload of the Division and participate in on-call coverage, including responsibilities with the Child Protection Team and/or the Janeway Child Development call schedule.
As part of a multidisciplinary team, the incumbent will deliver high-quality clinical care and contribute to the teaching of medical learners, including medical students and residents. NL Health Services is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University and supports a strong academic and teaching environment.
Work Environment
St. John’s is a vibrant, historic coastal city offering a strong sense of community, rich culture, and proximity to exceptional natural landscapes. The Avalon Peninsula provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, whale watching, and exploring some of Canada’s most scenic coastlines.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Pediatrics (or equivalent)
- Specialized training in Developmental Pediatrics, which may include subspecialty certification and/or relevant clinical experience
- Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
- Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services, including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide outpatient assessment, diagnosis, and management of children with developmental and behavioural concerns
- Participate in the Division’s shared outpatient workload and ensure timely access to care
- Provide consultation and support for children involved with child protection services as required
- Participate in the Janeway Child Development and/or Child Protection on-call schedules
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including allied health professionals to deliver comprehensive care
- Contribute to medical education by teaching undergraduate and postgraduate learners
- Promote patient- and family-centered care, ensuring safety and quality improvement in all clinical activities
REMUNERATION
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador, with compensation based on years of clinical experience.
Benefits include:
- Study leave
- 20 days annual leave
- Family leave, parental leave, sick leave, and education leave
- 9 paid statutory holidays and compensatory leave
- Employer-sponsored RRSP
- Group insurance benefits including life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, supplementary health coverage, vision care, and travel insurance
Available Incentives:
Candidates may be eligible for recruitment and retention incentives, subject to applicable terms, conditions, and program availability at the time of offer.
- Relocation coverage — https://www.gov.nl.ca/exec/tbs/policies/benefits/relocation/
- Provincial incentives — https://workinhealthnl.ca/incentives/#all-incentives
HOW TO APPLY
All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
For more information, please contact:
[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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