Family Physician

Job Description

Nova Scotia Health is seeking family physicians to join a new and developing team at the Lunenburg County Primary Care Clinic (PCC) which is located in the Medical Arts Building Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. The Lunenburg County PCC provides temporary primary care access to patients registered on the Need a Family Practice registry and living in the Lunenburg County area. The clinic provides appointments for people who have an immediate health care need that requires care. Patients can make an appointment with a healthcare provider at the clinic while they continue to remain on the registry to find a family practice. This clinic is collaborative in nature and will consist of family physicians, nurse practitioners, family practice nurses, care team assistant, social worker and pharmacist. It is managed by Nova Scotia Health with administrative support and is fully integrated on a Med Access.

This is a well-maintained facility with access to a meeting space. There is free on-site parking for staff and patients. Lunenburg County PCC will work closely with community partners to deliver health education that align with PHC principles.

South Shore Regional Hospital | Nova Scotia Health

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 health care providers within your practice and/or community
• provide care and coordination of community-based care, secondary and tertiary level heath care
• operate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority
• 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 Hours

• part time available
• Sessional hourly rate available
• Flexible hours can be accommodated

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 family physicians must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
• Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Additional Information

Community Details

Hugging the scenic LaHave River, Bridgewater is a picturesque town known for its community spirit, historic charm and riverfront beauty. Bridgewater serves as a hub for shopping, culture and outdoor recreation in the South Shore region. The town’s riverfront downtown features a mix of well-preserved historic architecture and modern amenities, with local shops, cafes and boutiques creating a vibrant atmosphere.  

Learn more about Bridgewater 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.