Critical Care Physician
3 weeks ago
Requisition ID:
Opportunity Type: Permanent
Estimated Annual Salary: $450,000
Type of Remuneration: FFS - Fee For Service
Site Visit & Reallocation Allowance Programs: Relocation Program; Site Visit Program
About the Opportunity
The Department of Critical Care at Cape Breton Regional Hospital is in search of a proficient and versatile intensivist to enhance our team. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute approximately 18 weeks of ICU coverage annually. There are prospects for academic roles, research initiatives, and participation in various leadership and quality improvement projects.
Responsibilities
Our level-2 intensive care unit is staffed by two daytime intensivists who share night call duties. As an academic institution affiliated with Dalhousie University, we regularly host medical students, residents, and fellows in both ICU and General Internal Medicine. The ICU is equipped to manage all critically ill patients within the service area and is well-supported with advanced equipment for point-of-care ultrasound, percutaneous tracheostomy, transesophageal echocardiography, bronchoscopy, and acute hemodialysis. Responsibilities are shared among daytime staff and include coverage of the ICU and the Intermediate Medical Care Unit (IMCU), consultations, and code blue responses during the day.
Expected Hours
Full Time with on-call requirements.
Qualifications
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada with Critical Care designation, or eligible for examination.
- Medical Doctorate (MD) or equivalent, with completed Critical Care subspecialty qualifications.
- Two recent references in good standing.
- Possess or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Community Details
CBRH serves as the referral hospital for Cape Breton Island and Eastern Nova Scotia, catering to a population of approximately 150,000. Our facility is well-equipped with a full range of medical subspecialties. Surgical services include general surgery, orthopedic surgery, ENT, urology, OBGYN, and plastic surgery. CBRH is currently undergoing a significant redevelopment project valued at $500 million, which includes the construction of a new clinical services tower. This facility will feature a state-of-the-art combined ICU and Intermediate Medical Care Unit with 22 beds, an 8-bed Coronary Care Unit, and a cardiac catheterization lab. The hospital offers numerous residency positions and will be the primary center for hands-on training with the anticipated opening of the Cape Breton University medical school in 2025. Research efforts are expanding within the unit, supported by research nurse coordinators and ongoing clinical trials.
Voted as the top island destination in Canada, Cape Breton boasts a rich history and stunning natural landscapes. The area is accessible via an airport with daily flights to major cities. It is conveniently located near the island's major attractions, including the renowned Cabot Trail and Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The region offers breathtaking scenery, hiking trails for all skill levels, numerous sandy beaches, and exceptional golf courses, including Cabot Cliffs, recognized as the top golf course in Canada.
Practicing medicine in Nova Scotia allows for a fulfilling balance of patient care, family life, professional growth, and community engagement. The collaborative nature of healthcare in Nova Scotia fosters strong connections across the system, enriching both professional and personal experiences.
The Nova Scotia Health Authority is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals belonging to priority groups, including Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities, and Recent Immigrants. Self-identification is welcomed under our Employment Equity policy.
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