Position Description:

The practice has patients with a cross section of age groups from newborns to geriatrics.

The clinic opening hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Nursing and clerical support are provided by the Horizon Health Network, part of the Health Care Network of New Brunswick Government. The physician is responsible for participating in rotating hospitalist coverage of patients admitted to the Moncton Hospital, a 386-bed tertiary and critical care facility with full specialist services available for consultation. On call coverage is required as part of this. There is opportunity to teach medical students and family medicine residents through Dalhousie University. 

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:

·        Office hours Monday to Friday at The Petitcodiac Health Centre,

·        See minimum 20 patients daily (by year two for new graduates),

·        In patient hospital care 7-8 weeks per year

·        On call coverage 3-4 nights while on Hospitalist 

Hours of Work:

Opening hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

On-Call

Hospitalist Rotation

Remuneration:

Salaried

Remuneration may be fee-for-service or salaried. Fee-for-service is a direct compensation between the physician and Medicare of New Brunswick. No source deductions can be provided. A salaried model ranges between a minimum of $198,068 to a maximum of $216, 190 annually (excluding benefits and source deductions) based on qualifications and experience. Hospitalist hours are paid at a sessional rate. On call remuneration is fee-for-service.

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.

-      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.

-      Must be eligible for membership in the Department of Family Medicine.

-      Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.

-      Excellent attendance and work record. 

Expected Start Date:

As soon as possible

Incentives:

$100,000.00 accompanied by a 4 year return of service.

Relocation reimbursement of up to $8,000.

Other Requirements:

Refer to Qualifications section.

About the Facility:

The Petitcodiac Health Centre has 2 family physicians in private practice who see patients by appointment. One of the physicians takes obstetric referrals for those who choose to receive prenatal care in their own community.

The Clinic is a facility of The Horizon Health Care Network, www.horizonnb.ca. It can house three family physicians with two exam rooms and one office for each physician. There are presently two other Family Physicians in private practice at the Health Centre who see patients by appointment. The practice opportunity is to replace a third physician.

At least one nurse and one secretary are always on sight during hours of operation. (Two nurses, four clerical staff during peak hours). Nurses see patients from the community for wound care and other nursing issues and offer support to physicians. Other health care services available on a monthly basis at the Health Centre include a Dietician, One-at-a-Time counselling therapy, and a Diabetes Nurse Educator. Phlebotomy is available on site daily.

There is a fully equipped procedures room for minor surgical procedures.

Horizon Health Network, www.horizonnb.ca, is one of the largest health-care organizations in Atlantic Canada, operating 12 hospitals and more than 100 medical facilities, clinics and offices providing medical services ranging from acute care to community-based health services to New Brunswick, northern Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. With 1,000 physicians, an annual budget exceeding $1 billion and approximately 13,000 employees, Horizon Health Network’s strategic vision focuses on research, innovation and education.

About the Community:

Petitcodiac is a small community with a big heart located along the Petitcodiac River from which it takes its name. We are a self-contained community with a full range of services from health care to education, recreational facilities and a downtown retail area. From the quietness of the downtown park gazebo to the packed attendance at the Westmorland County Fair, to the screams of laughter in the outdoor pool, and the rivalry of hockey teams at the arena; the feeling of community surrounds you.

While the municipality and its elected endeavor to provide a broad range of opportunities and services to all, it is really the pride of our residents that makes our community great. That can be seen by the many volunteers and volunteer organizations that provide much of the framework that sustains our community. The location of Petitcodiac on the corridor between the cities of Moncton and Saint John places it in an ideal location for continued growth. Visit the Village’s website at www.petitcodiac.ca.