Pediatrics Physician

Hours: 75 hrs Bi-Weekly plus on call obligation

Salary: CDN 263,672- CDN 285, 596

Competition Number: VAC0011536

Posted Date: 2025-05-18

Closing Date: Open until filled.

ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES

NL Health Services is 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 is seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatrician to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive medical care to infants, children, and adolescents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental health.

Pediatric services include outpatient clinics, Emergency Department call coverage, inpatient coverage, routine neonatal care, and attendance at difficult deliveries. There is opportunity to participate in interdisciplinary clinics in the areas of development, behaviour, obesity, and chronic disease, with further diversification based on the physician's interests. The position offers a vigorous and varied caseload and the fulfillment of serving families in this rural part of the province.

Newfoundland and Labrador is the most easterly place in North America — a vast land with some of the friendliest people you will ever meet. Experience a solitary wilderness one day and immerse yourself in a vibrant culture the next, surrounded by stunning coastlines, breaching whales, icebergs, and incredible skyscapes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligible for registration and licensure as a Pediatrician with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
• Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services
• Recent changes to registration have reduced barriers and allow doctors with comparable credentials to work in our province more quickly — approved licensure pathways now exist for specialists from Ireland, the UK, USA, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and other CPSNL-approved jurisdictions

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive medical care to infants, children, and adolescents
• Provide on-call duties within the department
• Deliver outpatient clinic, Emergency Department, and inpatient coverage
• Provide routine neonatal care and attend difficult deliveries
• Participate in interdisciplinary clinics (development, behaviour, obesity, chronic disease)
• Work within a regional team with a focus on person- and family-centered care
• Promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

REMUNERATION

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Available Incentives:

We offer competitive incentives of up to $275,000 CAD for Pediatricians, recognizing your passion, dedication, and all that you will bring to our communities. Many incentives are stackable. Contact a physician recruiter for full details.

• Physician Signing Bonus
• Come Home Incentive (if eligibility criteria are met)
• Approved relocation expenses
• Site visit support for candidates exploring the province

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are asked to submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Supporting documentation (as applicable)
• Three (3) professional references

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Jennifer Sexton [email protected]

LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL

• https://workinhealthnl.ca/

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