Position Description:

Carleton North Medical Clinic (CNMC) is seeking up to four FTE dynamic and committed family physicians to join our multi-disciplinary team in providing services to patients within a large geographic catchment population of approximately 10,000. Full-time, part-time and locum opportunities are available. Located in Florenceville, CNMC is a new (2023) innovative facility with modern features and design for physician wellness. 

Employer:

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is proud of its dedicated team of health care professionals who are focused on delivering safe and quality care to our patients, clients, families and communities. Horizon is a great place to work, as people are the heart of our organization, and the success of Horizon is a direct result of our employees’ dedication, professionalism, and commitment.

Horizon is the largest regional health authority – and one of the largest employers – in New Brunswick, and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada. Our leadership and health care providers are experts in diverse areas of health and community services and provide services to a half a million people.

Horizon has an annual budget of approximately $1.2 billion and has more than 13,000 employees, 1,100 physicians and 1,300 volunteers, as well as 17 foundations, 12 auxiliaries and 8 alumnae organizations.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Job Duties:

·       Perform clinical duties including but not restricted to seeing and assessing both scheduled and unscheduled patients for routine health and illness care, prescribing treatment, consults, referral to other healthcare professionals as required and appropriate follow-up to patients across the lifespan.

·       Providing inpatient care including daily rounds on patients or weekly rounds if working in a hospitalist call group model is optional.

·       Provide family-centered primary care by taking into account risk factors (environmental, social, psychological and medical) in a manner which can be understood by the patient, and when applicable, his/her family.

·       Participate in the use of departmental and corporate evidence-based rules of practice to ensure that expected standards of care are achieved.

·       Participate in medical practice that is compatible with the Health Authority’s mission, values and strategic directions.

·       Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment, education, counseling and health promotion programs, disease and injury prevention and chronic disease management programs and services for individuals, families and the community.

·       Participate in after hours on-call coverage in coordination with other medical staff ensuring provisions are made for continual coverage of patient caseload during times when you are absent from your practice.

·       Participate in Medical Staff and Hospital Committees as required

·       Other professional medical work falling within the scope of practice that may arise by circumstance may be assigned by the Vice President-Medical Affairs, Chief of Staff or Head of Family Practice in conversation with the Physician.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday 8-4.

Remuneration:

Fee for Service

Standard remuneration is Fee-for-Service which is a direct compensation between the physician and Medicare of New Brunswick. On call remuneration is provided. No source deductions can be provided.

Qualifications:

·       Must hold a valid license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.

·       Must be a member in good standing with the College of Family Physicians of Canada, with certification or actively pursuing certification.

·       Must be a licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC)

·       Must have a current malpractice insurance from the Canadian Medical Protective Association appropriate to the category of practice.

·       Certified in BLS and ACLS

·       Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.

·       Excellent attendance and work record.

Expected Start Date:

As soon as possible

Incentives:

·       Site visit expenses

·       Moving expenses as per the provincial policy

·       $100,000 incentives for family physicians in a rural area (based on criteria updated regularly and approved by the Department of Health) with a 4-year return-of-service.

·       Relocation and settlement support for physician and family - including but not limited to housing search and help with employment search for partners.

·       Opportunity to teach with the Family Medicine Residency Training Program with faculty appointment with Dalhousie Medical School, https://medicine.dal.ca/

Other Requirements:

·       Attend appropriate CPD events as required to maintain membership in the CFPC or equivalent to those requirements.

·       Participate in physician meetings and appropriate team meetings

·       Comply with the policies and procedures of the Department of Family Practice

·       Comply with the provisions of the Hospital Act, the Regional Health Authorities Act, Medical Services Payment Act and their regulations.

·       Comply with the Health Authority bylaws, rules and regulations and policies and procedures.

·       Follow the Code of Ethics of College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick

About the Facility:

Established as a primary health centre, the facility has 8 exam rooms, a procedure room, collaborative practitioner workroom, case conference room, visiting specialist offices, rotating allied health office, and specimen collection. CNMC is a full-service clinic, equipped with electronic medical record, staff and administration to support your medical practice.

The clinic is located 15 minutes from a 70-bed regional hospital - the Upper River Valley Hospital – which hosts programs in general surgery, labour and delivery, anesthesia, hospitalist medicine, internal/critical care medicine and emergency medicine. The facility is largely staffed by CCFP practitioners, and there is abundant opportunity to diversify your practice into other departments.

About the Community:

Down from the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountain range you will find Florenceville, nestled in the winding valley of the mighty St. John River. The town received its name in 1855 in honour of nurse Florence Nightingale – the founder of modern nursing. It is one of a handful of communities in the Carleton North area and is also known as the “French Fry Capital of the World”. It hosts a rich agricultural heritage, as well as a budding culinary scene and vibrant arts community that has a little something for everyone. The community hosts many different events and festivals for all ages throughout the year. Home to several large corporations and businesses, there are ample employment opportunities in many sectors, and is only 35 minutes drive from daily, direct flights to New York City. If you enjoy taking scenic drives or spending time outdoors, this is the perfect community for you.