Locum - Family Medicine - Halifax - North End Community Health Centre

Company Description

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, delivering care through hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come.

Job Description

The  North End Community Health Centre (NECHC) is seeking a Family Physician to provide part-time Locum coverage starting as soon as possible during a period of active recruitment.

Responsibilities

• delivery of comprehensive primary health care services to patients of all ages and stages of health or illness
• work with other providers in the clinic to provide cross coverage and same day access
• utilize an electronic medical record (EMR) and record all relevant patient details in a provincially approved EMR which is accessible to all collaborating team members

Remuneration

• guaranteed daily minimum income of $1,200 for family physicians ($600 or half-day)
• additional shadow billings if above amount is exceeded.
• accommodations up to $300 per night 
• travel expenses (including air fare up to $1,500)
• travel time up to 10 hours per week
• licensing fees for College of Physicians and Surgeons (CPSNS)

Qualifications

• all applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
• all family physicians must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
• membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Additional Information

Clinic Details 

NECHC and MOSH operate within a multidisciplinary model that supports comprehensive, patient-centred care. The team includes:

• Family physicians and nurse practitioners
• Registered nurses and foot care nurses
• Shared-care mental health professionals
• Occupational therapists, social worker, physiotherapist and dietician
• Health care managers
• Administrative and billing support staff

Across the Primary Care Clinic and MOSH, the current physician and nurse practitioner group includes six part-time family physicians, one full-time family physician, two full-time nurse practitioners, a social worker, and four part-time nurse practitioners.

Medical students and other learners are regularly present in the clinic, providing opportunities for physicians who are interested in teaching, supervision, and mentorship.

Administrative support, including five front-office staff, an office manager, and dedicated billing support
The EMR utilized in the clinic is Med Access

This is an excellent opportunity for a family physician who values collaborative practice, harm reduction, community-based care, and continuity with patients who experience barriers to accessing traditional health care.

Community Details

Halifax is the capital city of Nova Scotia and the largest city in eastern Canada.  It’s home to eight universities and colleges, national and international corporate offices, and every urban lifestyle attraction a resident or visitor could desire. A safe and lively city, Halifax is where a diversity of people gathers to work, eat, drink, shop and celebrate.  

Central Halifax is characterized by a mix of historic and modern architecture, reflecting the city's evolution over centuries.  At the foot of the city’s downtown, where it meets the harbour, the waterfront boardwalk is an urban pedestrian playground of restaurants, pubs, shops, cafes, public art beer gardens, and historic sites. Nature enthusiasts are also drawn to Halifax for its proximity to scenic beauty. Exploring the city's parks and green spaces provides a tranquil respite from urban life.  

Practicing in Nova Scotia

Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine. 

Building a Diverse Workforce

The Physician Recruitment Team at Nova Scotia Health lives and works in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion, and truth and reconciliation, and we are working to support medical communities that are reflective of and responsive to the diverse populations they serve in Nova Scotia. We welcome physicians from diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us in building healthier, more equitable communities across the province.