Locum - Family Medicine - New Minas

Company Description

Harvest Tides Family Practice is a modern, collaborative clinic that offers a supportive and team-based environment for both physicians and allied health professionals. The practice is home to six friendly and experienced family physicians who value collegiality and comprehensive patient care. The interprofessional team includes a dedicated dietician, social worker, family practice nurse, and experienced clerical staff who ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of the clinic. Utilizing the MedAccess EMR system, the practice supports efficient documentation and coordination of care. Office hours run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing a balanced workday within a welcoming and well-organized setting.

Job Description

Harvest Tides Family Practice is seeking a Family Physician to provide Locum coverage from July 28th to Aug 5th, 2025.

Locum physicians provide coverage for family practices, including inpatient and nursing home care, as well as specialist hospital and office coverage as requested. Compensation includes a minimum daily income guarantee of $1,200 for family physicians ($600 for half-day), with additional earnings if shadow billings exceed this amount. Travel expenses, including kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300 per night), and airfare (up to $1,500), are reimbursed, along with travel time up to 10 hours per week. Licensing fees for CPSNS are covered, and locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.

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

Community Details

The Village of New Minas was a farming and agriculture community until construction of the Highway 101 expressway in the 1970s. As it was located between the population centres of Kentville and Wolfville, New Minas soon became the retail centre for the eastern Valley. Over the past decade, New Minas has witnessed a commercial boom that has seen many large retail outlets set up shop. 

The community offers residents four schools, lots of parks and playgrounds, a host of recreation opportunities, and a community centre. New Minas hosts the New Minas Invitational Soccer Tournament in August, where as many as 210 teams have participated from all over Atlantic Canada. Life in New Minas captures the essence of small-town living while providing the conveniences necessary for a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle.

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.  

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.