Hours: As per NL Health Services Locum Policy

Salary: As per Locum Rates

ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES

We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.

At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.

If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

NL Health Services – Central Zone is seeking a Locum Internal Medicine Physician to join the team at James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre in Gander, NL. The successful candidate will provide the full scope of Internal Medicine services as part of a collaborative team of physicians, technologists, and nurses at one of Central Zone's key referral centres.

Services include inpatient consultation, emergency and critical care on-call, and outpatient clinics — including the option to participate in diabetes clinics and exercise stress testing. Physicians with a subspecialty are encouraged to apply and discuss the outpatient services they wish to offer. On-call commitments including weekends and holidays are shared equitably among all Internists.

Work Environment

Gander is a welcoming and well-serviced community in central Newfoundland, known for its friendly residents, rich aviation heritage, and easy access to the natural beauty of the region. Newfoundland and Labrador is the most easterly place in North America — a vast land offering a solitary wilderness one day and a vibrant culture the next, surrounded by stunning coastlines, breaching whales, icebergs, and incredible skyscapes.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligible for registration and licensure as an Internist with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
• Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
• Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
• Satisfactory record of work performance and attendance
• Work experience is an asset
• Approved licensure pathways exist for specialists from Ireland, the UK, USA, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and other CPSNL-approved jurisdictions — visit www.cpsnl.ca for eligibility details

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide full scope of Internal Medicine services including inpatient consultation and ongoing patient management
• Provide emergency and critical care on-call coverage including weekends and holidays
• Deliver outpatient clinic services including diabetes clinics and exercise stress testing as applicable
• Offer subspecialty outpatient services where applicable
• Work collaboratively within a regional interdisciplinary team
• Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

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REMUNERATION

Compensation will be in accordance with applicable NL Health Services locum policies. Incentives are based on the locum policy — contact the recruiter for details.

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HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are asked to submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Supporting documentation (as applicable)
• Three (3) professional references

Applicants who submit all required documentation will be considered for the review process.

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Cassandra Hodder ***@email.com (🔒 Premium)

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LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL

• https://workinhealthnl.ca/
• https://www.nlhealthservices.ca/

NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Closing Date: Open until filled.