DOCTOR JOBS IN NOVA SCOTIA

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Nova Scotia is beautiful, with its stunning beaches and coastal scenery. It is a province that is rich in history and culture, with a balanced budget in 2023-24, a growing GDP, and expectations to lead the region in major project investment growth in the upcoming years.

While the fishing industry, IT sector, advanced manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture are the key contributors to attracting investors to Nova Scotia's growing economy, the NS government is focused on building a healthy economy and a clean environment to create a unique mix of financial profits and a comfortable lifestyle. To address the province's healthcare sector demands, the government has issued an action plan for healthcare with a roadmap to build a world-class healthcare system that provides more care, within a shorter time frame. According to the official provincial website, the budget of Nova Scotia for 2024-25 invests a total of $7.3 billion across the healthcare system. One of the key differences between NS and other Canadian provinces is the significant percentage of the budget devoted to education and upskilling for healthcare professionals. Recent research suggests that there are 156,000 people on the waiting list to meet their family physician. Although there are 99 locations and facilities providing medical services, including 40 hospitals, about $579 million from the healthcare budget is planned to advance healthcare infrastructure and equipment.

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Doctor & Physician Positions in Nova Scotia

Full-Time Psychiatrist required for Supportive Community Hospital
Psychiatry
Cornwall, Ontario
Long Term
Jul 16, 2024
FULLY LICENCED ONLY / Job ID: 2279  Full-Time Psychiatrist required for Supportive Community Hospital  Job Details: Our client in Cornwall, Ontario is looking for a full-time Psychiatrist to join their community hospital team. The incoming Psychiatrist will join a Schedule 1 facility working with the current psychiatry team providing high quality primary care and full range of acute inpatient, outpatient, and community mental health services. The Community Addiction and Mental Health Centre provides a range of services for all ages. It offers a robust roster of community- based services, including Adult Mental Health, Addiction Services, Community Withdrawal Management, Geriatric Mental Health, First Episode Psychosis, Mental Health Crisis, Assertive Community Treatment, Children and Youth Mental Health Services. The 16-bed Inpatient Unit is supported by a Long-acting Injection Clinic and a Day Hospital. Hours of work include on call (1:4).  The clinic uses Cerner EMR. Payment structure is fee-for-service, and the range of potential full-time annual earnings is $300,000-$400,000.   Incentives Available to the Physician: Remuneration is OHIP fee for service, sessional fees, and Hospital On Call Coverage (HOCC).  Clinic Details: The Hospital is open 24/7 and is managed by a collaborative interdisciplinary team who work together to provide high quality medical care, this includes primary care physicians and specialists including Internists, General Surgeons, Orthopaedics Surgeons, Gynaecologists, ENT, and Neurology. There are 3 psychiatrists currently working at the hospital.  Cornwall is an exceptional location along the shores of the St Lawrence River, with lots of water access available. The city has an extensive bike trail system as well. Located approximately 1 hour’s drive from both Ottawa and Montreal, as well as being minutes away from the US border. Many physicians commute from Ottawa or Montreal, while others live on beautiful waterfront properties right here in town. Cornwall has a VIA railway station with easy access to major Canadian cities; Toronto is around 3 hours 30 minutes away by train. Requirements:  •  Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) Certification  •  College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) Full Licence   
Signing Bonus and up to $8K Relocation Incentive in Surrey - Central
Family Medicine
Surrey, British Columbia
Long Term
Jul 16, 2024
IMG SUPPORT AVAILABLE / Job ID: 2187 Signing Bonus and up to $8K Relocation Incentive in Surrey - Central Job Details: Our client in Surrey (Central), British Columbia requires a full-time Family Physician to join their team. The ideal candidate would be able to provide full-scope family practice either full-time or part-time. This position can have a small walk-in component. The clinic is open 7 days a week. You can expect flexible hours and would be masters of your own schedule. You will have the opportunity to work the way you want! Our client puts patients and their family’s health first. They are committed to empowering patients with care that results in improved health outcomes. It is a multi-disciplinary and multi-physician clinic with a very collegiate atmosphere and a physician focused Medical Office Assistant (MOA) support team. The clinic also provides virtual and telehealth options which can be accessed at home. The team will work closely with you to ensure a smooth transition of the practice.  The clinic uses OSCAR EMR, and offers billing support. Payment structure is fee-for-service, split is 70/30, and the range of potential annual earnings is $250,000-$300,000. Incentives Available: Eligible for Signing bonus and up to $8K relocation incentive Clinic Details: The clinic is located in Surrey-Central, a neighbourhood that is easily accessible via car or bus. Situated just off the Fraser highway, this area is surrounded by both new and established neighbourhoods. The clinic has 7 exam rooms, and a shared office. Other services include Sleep Works Medical and Physiotherapy. There are currently 9 physicians working part-time and full-time, as well as an office manager and MOA’s who can all help with the transition process. It is an ideal and affordable location to raise a young family with plenty of space to grow. There are endless year-round activities for everyone in the family with plenty of recreation, golf, tennis, local parks, aquatic centre, great skiing, and much more. Experience the summer wineries and fresh picked produce and berries from local farms. Centrally located with easy access to all major routes, making your commute to other parts of the lower mainland a breeze. Our client has a network of primary care clinics in the Lower Mainland and offers fantastic opportunities to their Physicians. Enjoy team-based practices, well trained support staff, and dedicated clinic managers to help you succeed in your practice. There are opportunities to train in specialized areas such as Cosmetic Injectables, as well as potential discounts for conferences and seminars. They offer flexibility to suit your lifestyle and professional objectives. Be part of a purpose-driven organization focused on using technology to modernize and digitize primary healthcare. Requirements: ·    Postgraduate training from Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia or USA ·    Eligible for certification by the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) ·    Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC)    
Income Stabilization Until You Enter FHO - Position Available from October 2024
Family Medicine
Toronto , Ontario
Long Term
Jul 9, 2024
IMG SUPPORT AVAILABLE / Job ID: 2135 Income Stabilization Until You Enter FHO - Position Available from October 2024 Job Details: Our client in Toronto, Ontario is looking for full-time Family Physicians to join their Family Practice from October 2024. Combination of in-clinic and work from home. You will be required to work in-clinic for one contiguous 3 hour block after 5pm on weekdays or a contiguous 3 hour block on weekends per week and reserve a 1 hour block in the morning per week to assess urgent cases for the clinic, both determined in conjunction with colleagues. No call. Typical appointment length is 20 minutes. Schedule is to be determined by the physician and the clinic will supply enough hours to reasonably supply patient care needs. Comfort with electronic medical records, chronic and acute disease management, immunizations, and excellent communication skills are required. Additional interest or training in geriatrics, palliation, pediatrics, minor procedures, and psychiatry are welcome. The facility uses Avaros - OSCAR based EMR with options for online booking and patient messaging, and the clinic offers billing support.  The incoming physician will be starting a new practice in the Income Stabilization program recruiting and managing patients in an area with varied patient backgrounds with a view to exit Income Stabilization when the practice has grown sufficiently. Payment structure will be via Income Stabilization which provides $17,407 per month for a 1 year period, after which the physician will enter a blended capitation FHO model. The range of potential annual earnings is up to $250,000 due to the Income stabilization program. This is subject to how quickly the physician can roster patients. Client is happy to explain in further detail with interested candidates. There are 2 Options Available for the Business Arrangement:  Option 1: 75/25 split, which will include rent, utilities, EMR and admin support.  Option 2: To enter into a rental agreement ($3250/month) and cost sharing agreement (300/month on average). With this option, the physician would be responsible to hire their own admin support, of which the clinic can help with arranging. Incentives Available to the Physician: Leadership opportunities on Family Health Team board of directors and ownership opportunities are available. Develop leadership skills and resume on Family Health Team board of directors. Join the ownership group and benefit financially by betting on your own success.  Clinic Details: The clinic currently has 7 family physicians with varied interests. IUD insertion, point of care ultrasound, medical assistance in dying, house calls, minor procedures, joint injections. In this role, you will work collaboratively with allied health (nurse, chiropractor, pharmacist, social worker) and family physicians to provide timely and appropriate care. The facility is open 7 days a week, with scheduled appointments during weekdays, and walk-in hours on weekends. 4500 sq ft over 3 floors, new custom renovation 5 years ago. Pharmacy on site. Very close to public transit options including a new light rail transit station opening soon. An additional newly renovated 4500sqft space is set to be added to the existing clinic in October 2024. Requirements:  •    Postgraduate training from Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia or USA •    Eligible for certification by the College of Family Physicians Canada (CFPC) •    Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)     
Collaborative and Supportive NW Walk-in Clinic
Family Medicine
Edmonton, Alberta
Long Term
Jul 9, 2024
FULLY LICENCED ONLY / Job ID: 1662 Collaborative and Supportive NW Walk-in Clinic  Job Details: Our client in Edmonton, Alberta is looking for a full-time collaborative Family Physician who is patient focused and hard working to join their Walk-in clinic. Do what you have been trained for and love, no need to worry about the banking, payroll, clinic maintenance issues, staffing, etc. The clinic uses Telus MedAccess EMR, and offers billing support. The clinic uses Telus MedAccess EMR, and offers billing support. Payment structure is fee-for-service, split arrangement is based on gross earnings and shifts accepted. The clinic split is 70/30 weekdays and 75/25 weekends and evenings AND additional incentives/bonuses are available. The range of potential annual earnings is $400,000-$500,000.  Incentives Available to the Physician: Physician referral program, exclusive savings program, internal training programs, access to billing expertise, access to QA programs, access to Chief Medical Officer, access to clinic management and leadership with excellent scope of experience. Clinic Details: This busy northwest clinic is close to the Yellowhead Trail and all amenities, and has parking available. Supportive, collegial work environment.  Requirements:  •    College of Family Physicians Canada (CFPC) Certified •    College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) Full Licence      
Brand New Clinic, 85/15 Split with No Overheads for First 3 Months
Family Medicine
Toronto, Ontario
Long Term
Jul 9, 2024
FULLY LICENCED ONLY / Job ID: 2278  Brand New Clinic, 85/15 Split with No Overheads for First 3 Months  Job Details: Our client in Toronto, Ontario is looking for a full-time and/or part-time Family Physician to join their Family Practice/Walk-in clinic. Our client is seeking a passionate, motivated, and dedicated physician who is looking for a fulfilling opportunity in a thriving and vibrant community setting. The incoming physician will see a minimum of 40 patients per day. The clinic is in a busy location beside a pharmacy with a high patient demand, offering an attractive income potential.  The clinic is currently undergoing construction and is replacing a doctor's office, that served the community for 34 years. The family physician had a long-standing presence in the community and retired two years ago with some patients looking for a doctor to replace him.  The clinic is happy to do a LMIA (document needed for work permit) and offer immigration support for international medical graduates interested in this opportunity. Hours of work are flexible Monday – Saturday from 10am-7pm, the physician can also work after 7pm if they would prefer and working Saturday's is at the preference of the physician.  The clinic has no EMR at this time, the client would prefer to discuss the physician's preferences. The clinic offers billing support and payment structure is fee-for-service, split arrangement is 85/15. The clinic is happy to assist with forming a FHG or FHO in the future once the physician team has been established. The range of potential full-time annual earnings is $350,000-$450,000.   Incentives Available to the Physician: No overheads for the first 3 month, then 10% for 3 months and 15% onwards. LMIA and Immigration support available.  Clinic Details: This brand new 1200 SqFt Clinic is currently under construction and has 5-6 exam rooms with a separate doctor's office. This is a fantastic opportunity for the incoming physician to have an input on the clinic set up, its fittings and fixtures. The clinic will be available within 3-4 months after the physician's hiring agreement is completed. The Clinic is beside a Pharmacy that has proudly been serving the community for over 35 years, the Pharmacy is a strong anchor and a well-known place for the residents of the area as it has served the patients, their families and is moving forward in its support to the community. The population is approximately 110,000 with the area becoming a major arrival point for immigrants, many of whom have established their first Canadian residence in the apartments that became plentiful near main streets. There is a diverse patient population including Bengalis, Indians, Pakistanis, Jamaicans, Filipinos and Sri Lankans. The area also has a well-established Greek population and a growing Chinese community.  Requirements:  •  College of Family Physicians Canada (CFPC) Certified  •  College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) Full Licence    
LMIA Ready at FHO Family Practice & Urgent Care with Excellent Earning Potential (with pics!)
Family Medicine
Pickering, Ontario
Long Term
Jun 27, 2024
IMG SUPPORT AVAILABLE / Job ID: 2251 LMIA Ready at FHO Family Practice & Urgent Care with Excellent Earning Potential (with pics!) Job Details: Our client in Pickering, Ontario is looking for a full-time Family Physician to join their FHO Family Practice/Urgent Care Clinic who is looking to focus on establishing a large family practice with the option of Urgent Care. The clinic is LMIA ready (a core document needed for work permit), to welcome international medical graduates interested in this position. There are more than 20,000 patients without family doctor in the area, and more than 1,000 patients already on the clinic’s wait list just 8 weeks after opening, so building a roster will not take long.  Hours of work are normally 8-10 3-hour blocks which translate into 4-5 6-hour days including afterhours commitment as per Ontario government regulations. Hours are flexible and are set by the physician themselves. The physician can do more hours if they would prefer or less while still providing adequate care for their patients.   The clinic uses CHR EMR, and offers billing support. Payment structure is via FHO model for family practice, and fee-for-service in the Urgent Care Clinic. The split arrangement is 72.5/27.5, which will turn into 75/25 once the physician reaches a 2,000-patient roster. The Urgent Care Clinic is set up in a way that soon the cap for the physicians can be removed and there will be no penalty for rostered patients to be seen by other physicians within the urgent care clinic. The range of potential full-time annual earnings is $450,000- $550,000.  Incentives Available to the Physician: Open to discussion with serious candidates.   Clinic Details: The clinic is a new state of the art facility that has a lab and diagnostic imaging with multiple specialists on site. There is substantial support from the local hospital system with their brand-new sim lab and major development in the area.   This is a friendly group of 6 full-time family physicians and many part-time physicians working in the urgent care clinic. The clinic is a teaching site for Queen’s University. The facility also has significant nursing and allied health help.  Requirements:   •  Postgraduate training from Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, or USA  •  Eligible for certification by the College of Family Physicians Canada (CFPC)  •  Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)       
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What is it like to live in Nova Scotia?

Nova Scotia is home to Shelburne, the “Lobster Capital” of Canada, due to its high volume of lobster catches, you will also find several UNESCO World Heritage Sites that are worth visiting, e.g., Joggins Fossil Cliffs, Old Town Lunenburg and the Landscape of Grand Pré. The province is defined by its warm, welcoming communities and residents, with many places to explore, including the city of Halifax, the Scottish Heritage, and the early 17th century Acadian culture. Nova Scotia offers a well-balanced quality of life, with its stunning beaches, scenery, culture, growing economy, and high standards in affordable living costs. Making this a desirable province to live in.

Key facts about Nova Scotia to consider your relocation:

  • Halifax Stanfield International Airport is the main airport in Nova Scotia that serves both domestic and international flights. The airport offers flights to numerous cities, including London, New York City, Chicago, Philadelphia, and many other Eastern Canadian airports. During the winter season, the airport also provides flights to winter resort destinations throughout Mexico, Florida, and the Caribbean, and seasonal destinations include Frankfurt, Detroit, Reykjavík, and Bermuda.

  • As of January 1, 2024, the estimated population of NS is expected to be approximately 1,069,364 people, with an annual increase of 1%. The HST tax in Nova Scotia is 15%.

  • Nova Scotia has a well-developed education system, including 9 universities and over 10 colleges.

  • Nova Scotia offers a unique balance between high standards and low cost of living. With 7,400 kilometers of coastline, it is one of the most beautiful places in Canada.

  • Potential Annual Earning for Physicians in Nova Scotia range between $285,500 CAD and $364,000 CAD. (based on Indeed statistics)

Learn more about how to obtain a medical practice license in Nova Scotia and other Canadian provinces: https://physiciansforyou.com/canada/blog/obtaining-a-medical-practice-licence-in-canada.html

About Nova Scotia

Learn More About Major Nova Scotia Cities and Townships

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Amherst is a beautiful historic town where Victorian homes line the streets and Nova Scotia's warmest ocean beaches are in the nearby Northumberland Shore. Amherst is a well situated two hour drive from Halifax, 90 minutes from Stanfield International Airport, an hour from Prince Edward Island and 40 minutes from Moncton, New Brunswick.

For further information please check the following links:

Town of Amherst

Wikipedia Amherst

Bay of Fundy Communities - Amherst

Lunenburg County is located on the South Shore of the province of Nova Scotia, It ranges from Hubbards to the east and Vogler's Cove to the west. It is comprised of picturesque towns and charming villages. https://www.novascotia.com/about-nova-scotia/regions/south-shore

Towns in the County of Lunenburg are: 

Bridgewater: With a population of 8,532 as of 2016, Bridgewater is the largest town in the South Shore region. Known as “The Main Street of the South Shore," Bridgewater has a long history as the primary commercial and professional service centre in the southern half of the province. The community boasts a diverse local economy, as well as larger national and international employers.

Lunenburg: The historic town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and winner of the Communities in Bloom most beautiful small town in Canada. Prettiest Painted Places in Canada, Port City of the Year and Society of American Travel Writers’ awards. Picturesque Lunenburg is nestled along the scenic shores of southern Nova Scotia one hour from Halifax and the international airport. Lunenburg is home to the famous Bluenose Schooner, which can be found on our Canadian dime.

Mahone Bay: A long standing picturesque tourism destination, the town has recently enjoyed a growing reputation as a haven for entrepreneurs and business start-ups. It is a tranquil destination with spectacular views along the scenic harbour. The town has vibrantly painted Victorian homes and shops, colourful heritage gardens, and historic surroundings.

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