Orthopedist

DEPARTMENT: NEV Chaleur Regional Hospital

BARGAINING UNIT: Vitalité Non Employee Other

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, On Call, Rotation, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

We are looking for a motivated orthopedic surgeon who wants to be part of a dynamic team, where mutual support, communication, and teamwork are essential to the quality of care we provide to our patients.

This is a general orthopedic surgery practice within a 160-bed regional hospital that houses most surgical specialties, including an 8-bed intensive care unit. This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of orthopedic services and to make a real difference in a community that offers an excellent quality of life in a region with exceptional access to outdoor activities and the ocean, all at an affordable cost of living.

Your Main Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, and treat various musculoskeletal conditions;
• Perform orthopedic surgical procedures in accordance with best practices;
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients;
• Work closely with members of the medical and interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality care;
• Actively participate in the development and continuous improvement of clinical practice;
• Participate in regional on-call duty (typically 1 in 6 days to 1 in 8 days).

Qualifications:

• Hold or be eligible for a regular or defined license to practice medicine in New Brunswick;
• Excellent clinical and surgical skills;
• A collaborative spirit and a desire to contribute to a team of four surgeons, where each member plays an important role;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Independence, professionalism, and a sense of responsibility;
• A patient-centered approach and a commitment to excellence in care;
• Training or a strong interest in sports orthopedics, particularly shoulder and knee surgery, is an asset;
• Fluency in French is an asset.

Requirements:

• A degree from an accredited medical school and a residency leading to licensure in orthopedic surgery.

By "accredited medical school," we mean a school that meets the following criteria:

• Accredited by the Canadian Accreditation Committee of Medical Schools (CAFMC) or the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) (in the United States);
• Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and bearing a note from Canada.

OR

• Recognized certification in orthopedic surgery from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

AND

• Hold a license from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick;
• Be an active member of the Canadian Medical Protective Association or an association offering equivalent liability insurance;
• Be a member of the New Brunswick Medical Society;
• Hold privileges with the Vitalité Health Network;
• Be registered with New Brunswick Health Insurance;
• Experience (one to three years) is considered an asset;
• Basic proficiency in French;

NOTES:

1. Compensation is on a fee-for-service basis.
2. A relocation allowance is provided.
3. This position is also posted on the EmploissantéNB website.
4. For more information about the Réseau de santé Vitalité, please visit our website.
5. For more information about the community, please visit the Bathurst website.
   

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.

If you're looking for a friendly, stimulating, and collaborative work environment where your contributions will make a real difference, we'd love to meet you.