Company Description

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centers, and community-based programs we operate across the province.

Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Job Description

The community of Canso is seeking a full scope family physician to join their family practice network team in the seaside village of Canso, NS.  The local community hospital, Eastern Memorial Hospital, serves the population in the eastern portion of Guysborough County. It has 6 inpatient beds, attached Long-Term Care, and daytime Emergency Dept. There is Virtual ED support for nighttime and weekends. The nearest regional hospital, St. Martha's Regional Hospital, is approximately 90 minutes from Canso. The family practice office is staffed and managed by NSH.

Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of comprehensive primary health care services to patients of all ages and stages of health or illness
• Work with other providers in the clinic to provide cross coverage and same day access
• 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.
• Providing inpatient care 
• Providing urgent treatment in the Level 4 ED* (if part of scope of practice)

Expected Hours

Negotiable - P/T or F/T hours available. 

Remuneration

• Remuneration type is either Longitudinal Family Medicine payment model or a Fee for Service payment model. 

Incentives 

Nova Scotia Health offers a variety of incentives designed to relieve some of the pressure, cost, and difficulty that comes with relocation. 

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Benefits 

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package including health and dental, EMR grants, funded locum coverage, CME funding, parental leave, physician advisors and more!

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Canso/Dover

Qualifications

• All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
• All applicants 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

Canso is a small, coastal community on the eastern tip of mainland Nova Scotia. Known for its rural charm, Canso provides a peaceful living experience where residents enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding nature. The town's quiet streets and friendly neighbourhoods contribute to a relaxed atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking a break from the fast-paced urban lifestyle. There is a K-12 school, retail in the area. The next closest community is Guysborough. 

Guysborough offers a serene and picturesque lifestyle, encapsulating the charm of a small coastal town. Nestled along the scenic Chedabucto Bay, the community is known for its breathtaking landscapes, including rolling hills, lush forests and pristine waterfronts. It is an outdoor paradise for fishing, hunting, trails, and camping. The community’s Lifestyle Complex provides indoor and outdoor recreational and fitness opportunities for families. The marina is a popular destination for boaters and locals, and within reach of the farmers’ market, cafe, and outdoor pavilion. Mulgrave Road Theatre has been telling local stories through professional theatre for decades and opens its new location this year! With a population that values close-knit connections, living in Guysborough provides a sense of belonging and a strong community spirit and an incredibly supportive musical community. 

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. 

Closing Date: 2027-01-01