THE POSITION: Family Medicine – Sussex, NB
Position description:
Horizon Health Network is actively seeking a permanent full-time Family Physician for the Town of Sussex, 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:
These responsibilities are basic. Additional duties may be assigned from time to time as may be necessary to the operation of Horizon Health Network:
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. No source deductions can be provided.
INCENTIVES:
EXPECTED START DATE: As soon as possible.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:
The Town of Sussex has developed as a service centre to surrounding communities. Historically a farming community, Sussex has capitalized on its excellent geography to become a leading transportation, manufacturing, distribution and service centre in Atlantic Canada. It is a 45 minute drive from the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Known for its rolling, green hills, dairy farms and covered bridges, Sussex is the gateway to the Bay of Fundy, Fundy National Park, Hopewell Rocks and more. The winter season is alive with downhill and cross-country skiing at Poley Mountain and snowmobile trails.
Explore the quiet downtown streets of this charming town, and you will find quaint restaurants, unique shops, ice-cream stands, tea rooms and museums. You will see many larger-than-life murals depicting local history and events on the sides of buildings.
Sussex is a community where families can raise their children in a safe, close-knit environment with a reasonable cost of living.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Position description:
Horizon Health Network is actively seeking a permanent full-time Family Physician for the Town of Sussex, 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.
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. No source deductions can be 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:
The Town of Sussex has developed as a service centre to surrounding communities. Historically a farming community, Sussex has capitalized on its excellent geography to become a leading transportation, manufacturing, distribution and service centre in Atlantic Canada. It is a 45 minute drive from the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Known for its rolling, green hills, dairy farms and covered bridges, Sussex is the gateway to the Bay of Fundy, Fundy National Park, Hopewell Rocks and more. The winter season is alive with downhill and cross-country skiing at Poley Mountain and snowmobile trails.
Explore the quiet downtown streets of this charming town, and you will find quaint restaurants, unique shops, ice-cream stands, tea rooms and museums. You will see many larger-than-life murals depicting local history and events on the sides of buildings.
Sussex is a community where families can raise their children in a safe, close-knit environment with a reasonable cost of living.
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.