Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly + On-Call Obligations
Salary: Alternate Payment Plan (APP)
ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES
We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.
At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.
If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.
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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
NL Health Services – Eastern Urban Zone invites applications for a permanent full-time Emergency Medicine Physician at Health Sciences Centre in St. John's, NL.
The successful candidate will join an established team of Emergency Medicine Physicians at one of Atlantic Canada's premier tertiary care and teaching hospitals. Health Sciences Centre is the provincial tertiary referral centre, providing a full range of specialist and subspecialist services to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
The Emergency Department at Health Sciences Centre is a high-volume, full-service department supported by the full range of specialist services, diagnostic imaging, laboratory, and critical care resources available on site. ER shifts are allocated in an equitable and predictable templated format.
The Cancer Care Program is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. This position offers opportunities for teaching, scholarly activities, and clinical trials participation.
Work Environment
St. John's is a vibrant, historic city on the eastern tip of North America, offering a warm and welcoming community, a thriving arts and culture scene, and easy access to the stunning natural landscapes of the Avalon Peninsula — including whale watching, hiking, and some of the most dramatic coastlines in Canada.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
- Current certification in ACLS, BLS, PALS, and ATLS
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification in Emergency Medicine (or equivalent)
- Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
- Must satisfy credentialing and privilege requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
- Satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority
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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide comprehensive emergency medicine care to patients of all age groups at a tertiary care level
- Work scheduled shifts in an equitable and predictable format
- Perform and interpret point-of-care ultrasound as required
- Collaborate with the full range of specialist and support services available on site
- Participate in teaching and scholarly activities through the Memorial University affiliation
- Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements
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REMUNERATION
Remuneration will be in accordance with the Alternate Payment Plan (APP).
Available Incentives: Candidates may be eligible for recruitment and retention incentives, subject to applicable terms, conditions, and program availability at the time of offer.
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HOW TO APPLY
For more information, please contact:
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LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL
NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
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