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full-timeFamily Medicine
Hospitalist - Sydney
Cape Breton Regional Hospital•Sydney, NS
Daily rate under provincial hospitalist agreement with a stipend plus fee‑for‑service billings for on‑call work; daily rate $1,576.47/day (as of Apr 1, 2026). Compensation band: 350,000 - 375,000 CAD.
locumFamily Medicine
Locum - Hospitalist - Evanston
Strait Richmond Hospital•Evanston, NS
Daily rate (locum). Compensation provided by the service. Locum travel support: kilometrage reimbursement, per diems, accommodations (up to $300/night), airfare (up to $1,500), and travel time up to 10 hours/week. CPSNS licensing fees covered. Locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions. Compensation band: 0 - 25,000 CAD.
locumEmergency Medicine
Locum - Emergency Medicine - Windsor
Hants Community Hospital•Windsor, NS
Compensation provided by the service. Locum physicians eligible for travel elements (reimbursement for kilometrage, per diems), accommodations up to $300 per night, airfare up to $1,500, and travel time up to 10 hours per week; CPSNS licensing fees covered; locums may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.
full-timeInternal Medicine
EOI Department Head - Internal Medicine (Northern Zone)
Nova Scotia Health•NS
50,000 - 75,000 CAD
full-timeFamily Medicine
EOI Medical Director Hillside Pines
Hillside Pines•Bridgewater, NS
Stipend, approximately $5,000 per year
locumEmergency Medicine
Locum - Emergency Medicine - Baddeck
Victoria County Memorial Hospital•Baddeck, NS
Locum compensation provided by the service: travel program reimbursement (kilometrage, per diems), accommodations up to $300/night, airfare up to $1,500, travel time up to 10 hours/week; CPSNS licensing fees covered; may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.
locumFamily Medicine
Locum - Hospitalist - Kentville
Valley Regional Hospital•Kentville, NS
Daily rate $1,545.56 for a full line (additional call rates apply) plus fee-for-service billing for patients seen after 5:00 pm and before 8:00 am. Sessional rates for callback services (subject to prevailing MSU increases per the 2023–2027 Physician Agreement). Compensation provided by the service. Locum travel support: kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300/night), airfare (up to $1,500), and travel time up to 10 hours/week. CPSNS licensing fees covered; locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.
locumEmergency Medicine
Locum - Emergency Medicine - Amherst
Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre•Amherst, NS
Compensation provided by the service. Locum physicians eligible for travel elements including kilometrage reimbursement, per diems, accommodations (up to $300/night), and airfare (up to $1,500), plus travel time reimbursement up to 10 hours/week. Locum and Atlantic CPSNS licensure fees reimbursed. Locum physicians may claim facility on-call fees under specific conditions.
locumFamily Medicine
Locum - Hospitalist - Halifax
QEII - Halifax Infirmary Site•Halifax, NS
Daily provincial rate (daily rate). Night call paid via stipend and facility on-call fee. Locum travel reimbursement available: kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300/night), airfare (up to $1,500), travel time up to 10 hours/week. CPSNS licensing fees covered; locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.
locumEmergency Medicine
Locum - Emergency Medicine - Pugwash
North Cumberland Memorial Hospital•Pugwash, NS
Compensation provided by the service. Locum physicians eligible for travel program elements: reimbursement for kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300/night), airfare (up to $1,500), and travel time up to 10 hours/week. CPSNS licensing fees covered. Locums may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.
locumFamily Medicine
Locum - Family Medicine - Barrington Passage
Dr. K Yee Family Practice Inc.•Barrington Passage, NS
Minimum daily income guarantee of $1,200 for family physicians ($600 for half-day); additional earnings if shadow-billings exceed this amount. Travel expenses reimbursed (kilometrage, per diems), accommodations up to $300/night, airfare up to $1,500, and travel time up to 10 hours/week reimbursed. CPSNS licensing fees covered. Locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.
part-timeFamily Medicine
EOI - Family Physician for Long Term Care - Eskasoni, Cape Breton, NS
Eskasoni Community Health Centre•Eskasoni, NS
Sessional rate; 10 hours/week; estimated $6,000 annually (sessional arrangement)
locumFamily Medicine
Locum - Hospitalist - Liverpool
Queens General Hospital•Liverpool, NS
Compensation provided by the service. Locum physicians eligible for travel elements: reimbursement for kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300 per night), airfare (up to $1,500), and travel time up to 10 hours per week. CPSNS licensing fees covered.
locumFamily Medicine
Locum - Hospitalist - Bridgewater
South Shore Regional Hospital•Bridgewater, NS
Locum remuneration starting at $1,515 per day (8 hours) for a full line; option to cover 1.5 lines at $2,272 per day. Travel reimbursements (kilometrage, per diems), accommodations up to $300/night, airfare up to $1,500, travel time covered up to 10 hours/week. CPSNS licensing fees included. On-call pay: $400/night on weekends, $300/night on weekdays, plus fee‑for‑service billing for patients seen between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m.
locumFamily Medicine
Locum - Primary Care Clinic - Glace Bay
Senator's Health Centre•Glace Bay, NS
Sessional funding (sessional rate) for 8.5 hours per week. Travel reimbursements available (kilometrage, per diems, accommodations up to $300/night, airfare up to $1,500), travel time up to 10 hours/week, and CPSNS licensing fees covered.
locumEmergency Medicine
Locum - Emergency Medicine - Evanston
Strait Richmond Hospital•Evanston, NS
Compensation provided by the service. Locum physicians eligible for travel reimbursement (kilometrage), per diems, accommodations (up to $300/night), and airfare (up to $1,500); travel time up to 10 hours/week. CPSNS licensing fees covered. Locums may claim facility on-call fees under specific conditions.
locumEmergency Medicine
Locum - Emergency Medicine - Antigonish
St. Martha's Regional Hospital•Antigonish, NS
Compensation provided by the service. Locum physicians eligible for travel program: kilometrage reimbursement, per diems, accommodations up to $300/night, airfare up to $1,500, and travel time up to 10 hours/week. CPSNS licensing fees covered. Locum physicians may claim facility on-call fees under specific conditions.
locumEmergency Medicine
Locum - Emergency Medicine - Canso
Eastern Memorial Hospital•Canso, NS
full-timeFamily Medicine
Full scope family physician (optional emergency medicine and/or inpatient coverage)
Port Hawkesbury Community•Port Hawkesbury, NS
Longitudinal Family Medicine; 375,000 - 400,000 CAD; additional on-call stipend for inpatient coverage (1:7).
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Emergency Medicinelocum
Locum - Emergency Medicine - Canso
Job Details
Posted Date
2026-09-25
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Location
LocationEastern Memorial Hospital, Canso, NSOpen
Job Description
Company Description
At Eastern Memorial Hospital, you will be providing care in a small, coastal community in Nova Scotia, where residents greatly appreciate the support you offer. The hospital is a 6-bed unit, and it is conveniently located near both the clinic and the attached long-term care facility. The dedicated staff at Eastern Memorial are committed to supporting you, ensuring a positive and collaborative experience during your time there. The emergency department can be operated according to the candidate's preferences, whether that means keeping it open 24/7 or limiting hours. The emergency department experiences manageable ebbs and flows, making it a flexible and accommodating environment for healthcare providers.
Job Description
Eastern Memorial Hospital is seeking an emergency physician to provide locum coverage during a period of ongoing recruitment.
Qualifications
- College of Family Physicians of Canada Emergency Medicine certification would be considered an asset
- all applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
- all family physicians must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
- membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)
Additional Information
Community Details
Canso is a small, picturesque community located on the eastern tip of Nova Scotia's mainland. Known for its rich history, Canso was once a bustling fishing town and is considered one of the province's oldest settlements. The town offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and is a gateway to the beautiful Canso Causeway and the larger island of Cape Breton.
Canso is a peaceful community where natural beauty, maritime traditions, and a strong sense of local pride come together. The area boasts an abundance of outdoor activities, from hiking and exploring the nearby trails to enjoying the waterfront, making it a perfect place for nature lovers and those seeking a slower pace of life. Its historic buildings and landmarks, such as the Canso Islands and the nearby historic lighthouse, offer glimpses into the past, while local events and community gatherings bring the town to life.
With its close-knit atmosphere, Canso offers a welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike. The town’s access to outdoor recreation, rich cultural history, and strong community spirit make it an attractive destination for anyone seeking a more relaxed lifestyle in Nova Scotia.
Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine.
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.