Position description:
A unique opportunity for a family physician with emergency medicine training and/or experience with the
Department of Family Medicine, Saint John. We are actively seeking Family Physicians to share an existing practice on Grand Manan Island, NB and provide on call coverage to the hospital after hours and on weekends.
The candidate will work with two full time family physicians and a nurse practitioner to provide these services and participate in afterhours/weekend call on rotation. Family Medicine physicians may be part of the Family Medicine teaching program affiliated with Dalhousie University Medical School postgraduate and a satellite undergraduate program.
Grand Manan Hospital has ten beds and provides the following services: 24/7 Emergency, Interdisciplinary Primary Care, Outpatient Specimen Collection, Pediatrics, Telehealth consultation and Teleradiology, with 5,100 annual emergency department visits. It is part of Horizon Health Network – Saint John area. Patients arriving at the hospital who require complex investigative services, specialized services (childbirth) or critical care are transferred by ground via ferry or air ambulance to the tertiary hospital in Saint John.
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 Health Network is the largest health-care organization in Atlantic Canada, operating 12 hospitals and more than 100 medical facilities, clinics and offices providing medical services ranging from acute care to community based health services to New Brunswick, northern Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. With 1,000 physicians, an annual budget exceeding $1 billion and approximately 13,000 employees, Horizon Health Network’s strategic vision focuses on research, innovation and education.
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:
This is a salaried position, remuneration is based on the New Brunswick Medical Pay Plan. The current rates range between $168,688 to a maximum of $197,704 annually (excluding benefits and source deductions) based on qualifications and experience. On call remuneration is Fee-For-Service which is a direct compensation between the physician and Medicare New Brunswick
INCENTIVES:
EXPECTED START DATE:
Imagine…
A playground in Atlantic Canada surrounded by fresh waterways on one side and the ocean on the other.
Connect…
With a community of Maritime and Acadian people whose rich friendly culture will include you.
Belong…
To a community where families are able to raise their children in a safe, close-knit environment with a reasonable cost of living.
Grand Manan is the largest island in the Bay of Fundy connected by a 90 minute ferry ride from Black’s Harbour, NB. Grand Manan Hospital serves an island population of 2,500 which grows to 5,000 during the summer months. Its economy is mainly dependent on fishing, aquaculture and tourism. http://www.grandmanannb.com/
The nearby towns and villages, such as St. Stephen, Sussex, and Saint John, provide a diverse selection of recreational and sporting activities that appeal to all age groups.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants are invited to visit www.NBHealthJobs.ca
A unique opportunity for a family physician with emergency medicine training and/or experience with the
Department of Family Medicine, Saint John. We are actively seeking Family Physicians to share an existing practice on Grand Manan Island, NB and provide on call coverage to the hospital after hours and on weekends.
The candidate will work with two full time family physicians and a nurse practitioner to provide these services and participate in afterhours/weekend call on rotation. Family Medicine physicians may be part of the Family Medicine teaching program affiliated with Dalhousie University Medical School postgraduate and a satellite undergraduate program.
Grand Manan Hospital has ten beds and provides the following services: 24/7 Emergency, Interdisciplinary Primary Care, Outpatient Specimen Collection, Pediatrics, Telehealth consultation and Teleradiology, with 5,100 annual emergency department visits. It is part of Horizon Health Network – Saint John area. Patients arriving at the hospital who require complex investigative services, specialized services (childbirth) or critical care are transferred by ground via ferry or air ambulance to the tertiary hospital in Saint John.
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 Health Network is the largest health-care organization in Atlantic Canada, operating 12 hospitals and more than 100 medical facilities, clinics and offices providing medical services ranging from acute care to community based health services to New Brunswick, northern Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. With 1,000 physicians, an annual budget exceeding $1 billion and approximately 13,000 employees, Horizon Health Network’s strategic vision focuses on research, innovation and education.
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.
This is a salaried position, remuneration is based on the New Brunswick Medical Pay Plan. The current rates range between $168,688 to a maximum of $197,704 annually (excluding benefits and source deductions) based on qualifications and experience. On call remuneration is Fee-For-Service which is a direct compensation between the physician and Medicare New Brunswick
INCENTIVES:
- Candidates may be eligible for a Location Grant and Business Grant with a Return of Service Agreement.
- Moving Expense Allowance.
- Remote Living Allowance.
EXPECTED START DATE:
- January 2019
Imagine…
A playground in Atlantic Canada surrounded by fresh waterways on one side and the ocean on the other.
Connect…
With a community of Maritime and Acadian people whose rich friendly culture will include you.
Belong…
To a community where families are able to raise their children in a safe, close-knit environment with a reasonable cost of living.
Grand Manan is the largest island in the Bay of Fundy connected by a 90 minute ferry ride from Black’s Harbour, NB. Grand Manan Hospital serves an island population of 2,500 which grows to 5,000 during the summer months. Its economy is mainly dependent on fishing, aquaculture and tourism. http://www.grandmanannb.com/
The nearby towns and villages, such as St. Stephen, Sussex, and Saint John, provide a diverse selection of recreational and sporting activities that appeal to all age groups.
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.
Applicants are invited to visit www.NBHealthJobs.ca