Job Title: In-House Physician (Primary Care & Geriatrics)

Location: Kingston, Ontario – On-Site at Our Partnered Retirement Residence

About Perennial

Perennial delivers integrated primary care and wellness services directly within retirement residences, combining on-site and virtual care to meet seniors where they are. By proactively anticipating the needs of older adults, we improve quality of life, reduce unnecessary hospital visits, and ease the strain on the public healthcare system.

Today, we are active in over 29 residences across Ontario, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec with continued plans for growth and expansion.

Our interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and massage therapists works together with one clear mission: to keep residents healthy, active, and comfortable in their own homes.

Position Summary

We are opening our next on-site clinics in retirement residences in Kingston, Ontario and are seeking a compassionate, team-oriented In-House Physician to deliver primary and urgent care services one to two times a week. The home is comprised of approximately 200 residents, a mix of independent living and assisted living individuals. Residents are generally mobile, cognitively well, and engaged in their community, but many manage chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, COPD, or mild cognitive decline. You will roster interested retirement residents and retirement staff, deliver comprehensive medical care, and collaborate closely with an on-site Nurse Practitioner and Care Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary & Urgent Care – Provide full-scope family practice and urgent assessments to rostered and non-rostered residents and staff.
• Resident & Staff Rostering – Enroll eligible individuals and manage ongoing continuity of care.
• Quality & Safety – Champion evidence-based geriatric care, medication reviews, chronic-disease management, and preventive health initiatives.
• Virtual Care & Documentation – Use Perennial’s EMR or your own EMR and telehealth tools to chart, order investigations, and communicate with families.

Qualifications

• Licensed for independent practice and in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)
• Minimum two years of experience in family medicine, geriatric care, or complex/chronic-care settings
• Comfortable practicing autonomously with support from on-site and virtual nurse practitioners and nursing staff
• Proficient with electronic medical records (EMRs) and virtual-care platforms
• Demonstrates excellent communication, bedside manner, and collaborative leadership within interdisciplinary teams

Compensation & Schedule

• Stipend for the In-House Physician role
• Standard OHIP billing applies for all insured services rendered.
• Flexible weekly schedule on-site

Why Join Perennial?

• Purpose-driven work – Help redefine senior care by preventing avoidable hospital visits and improving quality of life.
• Integrated team support – Collaborate daily with NPs, RNs, and allied health professionals.
• Efficient practice model – Rostered patient population in one location; minimal travel and overhead.
• Professional growth – Opportunity to shape clinic protocols, quality-improvement projects, and future site expansions.