Medical Professional for Family Practice Opportunity

3 weeks ago


Liverpool, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
Overview of the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated medical professional to join our team as a family practice physician in Liverpool, Nova Scotia.

About Our Organization

Nova Scotia Health Authority is committed to providing high-quality patient care and promoting a healthy community. We are a leading healthcare provider in the region, offering a wide range of services and amenities.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive primary health care services to patients of all ages and stages of health or illness. This will include ensuring the delivery of appropriate workload and practice, continuum of patient care with healthcare providers within your practice and/or community, and provision of care and coordination of community-based care, secondary and tertiary level healthcare.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure the delivery of comprehensive primary health care services to patients of all ages and stages of health or illness.
  • Be accountable for appropriate workload and practice.
  • Continuum of patient care with healthcare providers within your practice and/or community.
  • Provide care and coordination of community-based care, secondary and tertiary level healthcare.
  • A new primary care provider is expected to build to capacity within the first two years.
  • Operate within the bylaws and rules and regulations of the Nova Scotia Health Authority.
  • Work toward same day or next day access for the practice population.
  • Work in collaboration with other team members in the practice to best suit the community's health needs.
  • Work with other providers to provide after-hours access and emergency coverage when required.
  • Participate in quality improvement and evaluation activities.
  • 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.
Expected Work Schedule

The position requires full-time work, but locum opportunities may be available if desired.

Requirements and 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).
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
  • Emergency department experience is an asset.
  • College of Family Physicians of Canada ER certification would be considered an asset.
Estimated Salary

The estimated annual salary for this position is between $250,000 - $300,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Location and Community

Liverpool offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and modern amenities. The town has a variety of outdoor activities, cultural events, and shopping centers. It is also home to the Queens Place Emera Centre, which features an ice rink, walking track, skateboard park, and fitness center.

Benefits and Opportunities

As a member of our team, you will have access to ongoing education and training opportunities, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive benefits package.



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