Care of the Elderly - Sydney, NS

Company Description

About the Opportunity

About This Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health seeks a Family Physician with Certificates of Added Competencies (CACs) in Care of the Elderly (COE) to work with other family physicians, colleagues from other specialties, and other care providers to increase the capacity for the provision of care to older adults within the Cape Breton Regional Municipality through direct patient care, consultations, peer support, and education. The successful candidate is a system leader and champion in their community.

Candidates must be able to commute independently to a variety of care settings served by this service; care is provided in all care settings in the area including hospital, home, long-term care, and assisted living residences. The physician works closely with the senior care team and provides liaison with the Eastern Zone Geriatrician(s).

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced-level patient care and consultation for issues commonly seen in older adults that affect health, physical and cognitive function, and independence
• Support peer-to-peer education/consulting. Working with the primary care team to enhance continuity and capacity for comprehensive care in the practice and community
• Lead or act as a member of an interprofessional healthcare team - Long Term Care – advance Care by Design approach (Medical Directors)
• Provide leadership and education related to health care of the older adults to multiple levels of learners
• Work in hospital settings as a consultant or as the most responsible physician (e.g., rehabilitation, acute care, post-acute hospital facility, emergency room)
• Work in partnership with service providers (EHS, CC) and government authorities as appropriate - Hospital at Home (hospital avoidance strategies)
• Participate in research to advance the field of health care for the older adults

Expected Hours

• Part time, permanent

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)
• Certificate of Added Competencies in Care of the Elderly (COE) required
• Evidence of insurance with the  Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Additional Information

Community Details

Failte (that's "welcome", for those not up to speed on their Gaelic)!

Sydney is the historic capital of Cape Breton and largest urban centre on the island. From the harbourfront boardwalk complete with buskers and visiting cruise ships to the world's largest fiddle, Sydney will be sure to charm you! Physicians and their families build rewarding lives and careers in Cape Breton; see for yourself, here! It is in convenient proximity to all the major attractions on the Island like the world-famous Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisburg, the Alexander Graham Bell Museum in the beautiful village of Baddeck, and 6 amazing golf courses! You will find an island of magnificent natural beauty yet very modern. We have a full array of shops, restaurants, services, entertainment and amenities. In addition, the region remains young and vibrant as it is home to Cape Breton University.

Music is a large part of our Scottish cultural background. Sydney is surrounded by many smaller communities, each one offering its own uniqueness to an interested person. Here, kitchen parties are a way of life and you're never too far from the beautiful Highlands that inspired the region's first immigrants to name the province New Scotland. You will experience the view of a lifetime around every corner and surround yourself with the friendliest people in every community. Hike, cycle, swim, golf - all in an almost unreal beauty.

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.