Family Medicine

Job Description

Join an established collaborative family practice in Shelburne, working alongside 3 physicians, 2 NPs, 2 Family Practice Nurses, social worker, Diabetic Care nurse, pharmacist, Physician Assistant to provide primary care to the community. Shelburne Family Practice offers same campus location for Roseway Hospital and Roseway Manor Long Term Care, with opportunities for hospital work, Emergency Department, LTC, teaching and procedures all conveniently located steps from each other. It is a full age range population. Experienced physicians can provide support and examples of balancing patient panel, inpatient medicine and long term care. 

Responsibilities

• provide comprehensive, full-scope primary health care to practice patients of all ages and stages of health and illness
• maintain timely and accurate patient records using a provincially approved electronic medical record (EMR)
• participate in quality improvement, practice evaluation, and other activities that support the delivery of safe, effective, patient-centered care
• attend regular physician and team meetings
• comply with the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, policies, and professional standards of Nova Scotia Health
• partake in continuing medical education (CME) and professional development opportunities 
• participate in teaching of medical learners

Expected Hours

• Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
• weekly hours: 40 hours per week
• call schedule: hospital work, if desired 1 in 3
• 46/52 weeks per year

Remuneration

• Longitudinal Family Medicine (LFM) contract approximately$375,000 - $400,000 CAD
• family physicians in Nova Scotia are compensated based on the LFM payment model or Fee for Service (FFS)

Incentives 

Eligible physicians may qualify for recruitment incentives, relocation support and site visit reimbursement through Nova Scotia Health and the Province of Nova Scotia. View Incentive Details Here

Benefits 

Successful candidates may be eligible for a benefits package through Doctors Nova Scotia including health and dental, EMR grants, CME funding, parental leave, and physician advisors. Visit Doctors Nova Scotia for more information. 

Province of Nova Scotia offers funded locum coverage and the Physician Retirement Fund matching program. 

Qualifications

• all applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
• all applicants must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
• membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Additional Information

Facility Information

Shelburne Family Practice was opened in 2019 and is located on the same campus as Roseway Hospital and Roseway Manor. 

Community Details

On the province’s South Shore, the Town of Shelburne offers unique experiences that are rich in culture and adventure, with places to relax and unwind in a surrounding of historic treasures, wilderness and beauty. Shelburne's blend of history, coastal beauty, and welcoming community make it a charming home for those seeking a tranquil and culturally rich coastal lifestyle in Nova Scotia. 

Work Here. Live Here. Play Here. - Shelburne, NS

Learn more about Building a Life as a Healthcare Professional in Shelburne, Nova Scotia here!

Practicing in Nova Scotia

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. 

Building a Diverse Workforce

The Physician Recruitment Team at Nova Scotia Health lives and works in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion, and truth and reconciliation, and we are working to support medical communities that are reflective of and responsive to the diverse populations they serve in Nova Scotia. We welcome physicians from diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us in building healthier, more equitable communities across the province.

Estimated Annual Salary: 375,000 - 400,000 CAD