THE POSITION: Family Medicine – St. Stephen, NB
Position description:
Horizon Health Network invites applications for a full-time Family Medicine physician for the Town of St. Stephen, New Brunswick, part of the Saint John area (Region 2).
Family Medicine physicians are encouraged to be part of the Family Medicine teaching program affiliated with Dalhousie University Medical School and Memorial University Medical School postgraduate program and teaching in the undergraduate program at Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick. Information regarding faculty appointments is available upon request. Physicians are also encouraged to be part of the research program.
EMPLOYER:
Horizon has an annual budget of approximately $1.1 billion and has more than 12,600 employees, 1,100 physicians and 5,200 volunteers, auxiliary and alumnae members, as well as 17 foundations and 18 auxiliary and alumnae organizations. Horizon ensures representation from urban and rural areas through a 15-member Board that consists of 7 appointed and 8 elected members of the public.
For more information, visit the Horizon Health Network website at www.horizonnb.ca
HOURS OF WORK:
- Hours of work are normally provided between 0830hrs – 1630hrs Monday to Friday, unless otherwise agreed upon by the Service/Department Head.
- After-hours and weekend call coverage in coordination with members of the Department.
JOB DUTIES:
These responsibilities are basic. Additional duties may be assigned from time to time as may be necessary to the operation of Horizon Health Network:
- Provide family-centered primary care in the community for all age groups and genders.
- Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses and other allied medical staff.
- Provide in-patient hospital care.
- Participate in after hours on-call coverage in coordination with other medical staff ensuring provisions are made for continual coverage of patient caseload during times when you are absent from your practice.
- Participate in medical practice that is compatible with the Health Authority’s mission, values and strategic directions.
REMUNERATION:
Standard remuneration is Fee-for-Service which is a direct compensation between the physician and Medicare of New Brunswick. On call remuneration is provided.
INCENTIVES:
§ Candidates may be eligible for a Provincial Recruitment Incentive with a Return of Service Agreement.
§ Moving Expense Allowance with a Return of Service Agreement.
EXPECTED START DATE: As soon as possible.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:
Escape the city but stay connected by “townsizing” your life and enjoy small-town living. St. Stephen offers affordable homes in a beautiful coastal setting, right on the US border with easy connections to three major cities.
Boasting a low-stress lifestyle, Canada’s Chocolate Town is home to many interesting shops, natural woodland hiking trails and, of course, the popular Ganong Chocolatier – all worth exploring.
St. Stephen is a community where families can raise their children in a safe, close-knit environment with a reasonable cost of living. A place to make friends and be a part of a friendly and supportive community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A medical degree is required.
- Certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada is preferred. Consideration will be given to other University Medical School qualifications and training.
- Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.
- Proficiency in English is required.
- In accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.
- Good attendance and work record.
- Physically able to perform assign duties.
TO APPLY/INFORMATION: Applicants are invited to visit www.NBHealthJobs.ca