Position Description:

n/a

Employer:

Vitalité Health Network is a regional health authority providing and managing health care and services in an area covering northern and southeastern New Brunswick. The Network is the only Francophone managed organization of its kind in the country and has nearly 60 points of service providing a range of health care and services to members of the public in the official language of their choice. The Network has approximately 7,700 part-time and full-time employees, 560 physicians, including 259 specialists, and nearly 800 volunteers. The Network’s 2021-2022 budget was $704 million (excluding Medicare). For more information, visit the Network’s website at vitalitenb.ca.

Diversity Statement

Vitalité Health Network is committed to providing a safe and respectful work and care environment guided by collaboration, integrity, and accountability. Rooted in a culture of continuous learning, we believe that every person deserves a caring environment where their identity is fully respected, and that is exempt of discrimination based on race, ethnic origin, beliefs or religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disabilities, social status, or any other aspect of their background and identity. The diversity of our teams and their perspectives enrich our practices and enables us to provide care marked by openness, cultural sensitivity, and compassion to all the people we serve.

Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Family Medicine Department Head and the medical director for the area, the family physician performs non-specialized clinical work delivering general medical care to patients in the assigned zone.

Duties include medical services related to the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and may require working closely with various health professionals.

Hours of Work:

37.5 hours per week.

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:

• Degree from a recognized medical school and residency granting a licence in family medicine
• A recognized medical school is a school that meets the following criterium:
• Accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) or the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) (in the United States);

OR

• Listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools with a note for Canada under the Sponsor Notes tab.

• Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick*
• Active membership in the Canadian Medical Protective Association or equivalent liability insurance association*
• Membership in the New Brunswick Medical Society
• Privileges with Vitalité Health Network
• Registration with New Brunswick Medicare
• One (1) to three (3) years' experience in medicine;
• Any other combination of training and experience deemed relevant, and equivalent may be considered;
• Ability to remain calm;
• Sense of organization and responsibility;
• Ability to manage time and set priorities;
• Customer service and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to adapt to change;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Initiative, judgment and creativity;
• Interest in furthering one's knowledge;
• Demonstrate attention to detail and tact;
• Ability to communicate with colleagues, customers and visitors with tact and courtesy;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform assigned work;
• Good past work record (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to the principles of professional ethics, the Network's management philosophy and organizational values;
• Compliance with Vitalité’s Health Network confidentiality rules.

Expected Start Date:

As soon as possible

Incentives:

1. Moving expenses allowance.
2. Possibility of a recruitment incentive depending on eligibility, as determined by the Department of Health (return of service required).

Other Requirements:

About the Facility:

Located at 7714, Route 134, Sainte-Anne-de-Kent, the Stella-Maris-de-Kent Hospital provides high-quality care and services in both official languages to people in and around Kent County.

About the Community:

Located in southeastern corner of the province and is largely Acadian and Francophone. Comprised of the Kent County, major towns include Shediac in the south and Richibucto in the north.