Family Medicine: VMB

Recruiting for a unique opportunity for a physician with an interest in Care of the Elderly. We are seeking a physician to care for 25 veteran (or non-veteran) residents at the Veterans' Memorial Building (VMB). The physician is supported by a well-rounded interdisciplinary health team including 

Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacist, Social Work, Recreation Therapy and Dental Hygiene. This position is also supported by a full time Nurse Practitioner with a special focus in Palliative Care. Day time and weekend urgent medical needs of the patients are also supported by 

two full time Associate Physicians. As part of the QEII Health Sciences Centre, VMB Long Term Care has access to a host of Medical and Surgical resources if within patient's goals of care. As an Academic teaching site the VMB and its health care team have a strong commitment to quality care 

improvement initiatives and supporting and Medical and Health profession education. The VMB welcomes Family Medicine residents and is involved in their core training in Care of the Elderly.

Payment Model: Monthly stipend (to cover attendance in non-billable team meetings)

• Fee for Service billing for services provided

• On-Call Facility call fee as per Master Agreement

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Medical care for 25 patients supported by weekly visits. 

• Attending multi-disciplinary meetings as needed to support excellent patient care

• Further details can be provided upon request

• Equitable participation in call group (202 beds)

• An opportunity to teach Family Medicine Residents clinical if desired

Expected Hours To be discussed with clinic- this is a part time opportunity.

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)

Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Community Details

Halifax is a vibrant, coastal urban centre of 425,000 people that has everything you'd expect from a big city within a close-knit community. One of Canada's fastest-growing cities, Halifax is home to innovative tech and entrepreneurial communities, as well as thriving financial and ocean technology sectors. Halifax plays an essential role in the economic development of the North Atlantic seaboard and fosters a flourishing offshore industry, ground-breaking life sciences research and development, and a wealth of business opportunities. Ranked as first among mid-sized cities in North America in overall cost competitiveness, Halifax is the economic leader in the region with the resource, labour force, and cost advantages to attract high-profile businesses. The spectacular location and creative sides of Halifax are what make the city truly one-of-a-kind. The city boasts a vibrant atmosphere including live Theatre, world-class Symphonic performances, and many museums and art galleries.

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.