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Locum - Family Medicine - New Waterford

$600 per day
Temporary

Nova Scotia Health

Company Description

The New Waterford Family Practice is a well-supported group practice offering comprehensive care with an integrated team approach. The team includes a social worker, a diabetes clinic, a dietitian, a family practice nurse, and a nurse practitioner. The practice has two fully equipped exam rooms and access to the Med Access EMR system. An efficient office secretary manages administrative tasks, including billing, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This setup provides a great balance of clinic and hospital work in a collaborative and well-supported environment.

Job Description

Locum opportunities are available, including one-week hospitalist shifts in June and July. Locum physicians can choose to work one or two weeks in the office, with the option of combining two weeks in the office with one week as a hospitalist

Locum physicians provide coverage for family practices, including inpatient and nursing home care, as well as specialist hospital and office coverage as requested. Compensation includes a minimum daily income guarantee of $1,200 for family physicians ($600 for half-day), with additional earnings if shadow billings exceed this amount. Travel expenses, including kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300 per night), and airfare (up to $1,500), are reimbursed, along with travel time up to 10 hours per week. Licensing fees for CPSNS are covered, and locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.

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

New Waterford is a charming and close-knit community located on the scenic eastern coast of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. With a strong sense of history and pride, this former coal-mining town is known for its friendly residents, deep-rooted traditions, and stunning ocean views.

The town offers a relaxed, small-town lifestyle with easy access to nature. Beautiful coastal trails, nearby beaches, and breathtaking cliffs make it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. Community parks and recreational facilities provide plenty of opportunities for walking, biking, and enjoying the fresh sea air.

New Waterford is home to a vibrant local culture, where music, arts, and storytelling play a central role. Cape Breton’s strong Celtic influence is reflected in local festivals, live music events, and warm hospitality. The town is also rich in history, with museums and heritage sites that celebrate its coal-mining legacy.

Residents have access to essential amenities, including schools, shops, restaurants, and healthcare services. Located just a short drive from Sydney, the largest urban center in Cape Breton, New Waterford offers a balance of peaceful coastal living with convenient access to larger city resources.

With its welcoming atmosphere, scenic beauty, and strong community spirit, New Waterford is an excellent place to live, work, and explore.

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.

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