Short-Term Physician Coverage

5 days ago


Dartmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About This Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a short-term locum physician to cover a one-week leave for a family physician. This locum opportunity is a great chance to work with a large collaborative practice with family physicians, nurse practitioners, family practice nurses, and specialists on site.

The clinic is well-maintained, professionally managed, and fully supported by friendly administrative staff. As a locum physician, you will have the opportunity to work in a modern clinic located in a short drive from downtown Dartmouth and a comfortable commute from Halifax.

Responsibilities:

  • Examine patients and take their histories, order diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures; advise patients on healthcare, health promotion, and disease prevention
  • Consultation and referral to other medical practitioners
  • Act as a patient's advocate
  • Prescribe and administer medications and treatments, inoculations, and vaccinations
  • Report births, deaths, contagious, and other diseases as per Nova Scotia Public Health requirements

Qualifications:

  • Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
  • Eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
  • Member of the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)


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