Position Description:

Vitalité Health Network is seeking family physicians who want to contribute to patient health. Network family physicians enjoy a work environment with some of the most rewarding professional experiences. The expertise of family physicians is sought in the planning and delivery of clinical care to patients and their contribution is valued within the multidisciplinary team.

Successful candidates will open an office in the community and provide primary care, hospital or emergency services. As such, they will provide services to inpatients, take part in the Hospitalist Program and have shifts in emergency departments as deemed necessary by the Chief of Family Medicine. These positions are mainly focused on community-based primary medical and preventive health care and may include palliative and geriatric care as well as obstetric and oncology clinics. Candidates will be required to participate in teaching medical students and residents.

The family physician position involves clinical work providing general medical care to patients. Duties include providing medical services related to the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and may require working closely with various health professionals. The work, which allows considerable latitude for independent action and judgment, is monitored by the head of the department or clinical program to which the physician belongs. The work may also be overseen by the local and regional chiefs of staff and the medical director of the regional health authority (RHA) zone. The physician shall comply with the RHA By-Laws.

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 enable us to provide care marked by openness, cultural sensitivity, and compassion to all the people we serve.

Remuneration:

Family medicine NB

Remuneration for this position may be fee-for-service or salary-based.

Qualifications:

• Degree from a recognized medical school and postgraduate studies (residency) in the field of family medicine;
• College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) certification or its equivalent;
• Eligible for a licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New-Brunswick;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform the assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethical principles, the Network’s management philosophy, and organizational values;
• Compliance with the rules of confidentiality set by Vitalité Health Network.

NOTES:

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted. 

Expected Start Date:

As soon as possible

Incentives:

• Possibility of a financial incentive based on eligibility determined by the Department of Health ($100,000.00 accompanied by a 4 year return of service).
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $8,000.