Position Description:
The ophthalmologist provides comprehensive eye care to a rural ophthalmology clinic, out-patient ophthalmic care and participates in the on-call rota of the Division of Ophthalmology at the Fredericton Regional Hospital.
The physician reports to Chief of the Department of Surgery or designated Ophthalmology section head for all clinical, quality of care and patient care related issues and to the Medical Director for contractual and administrative management issues.
The Physician will be based in Fredericton and will be required to travel to Upper River Valley Hospital two (2) days per week to provide support.
Employer:
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is proud of its dedicated team of health care professionals who are focused on delivering safe and quality care to our patients, clients, families and communities. Horizon is a great place to work, as people are the heart of our organization, and the success of Horizon is a direct result of our employees’ dedication, professionalism, and commitment.
Horizon is the largest regional health authority – and one of the largest employers – in New Brunswick, and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada. Our leadership and health care providers are experts in diverse areas of health and community services and provide services to a half a million people.
Horizon has an annual budget of approximately $1.2 billion and has more than 13,000 employees, 1,100 physicians and 1,300 volunteers, as well as 17 foundations, 12 auxiliaries and 8 alumnae organizations.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.
Job Duties:
- Provide an outpatient service for the assessment and management of both new and follow-up patients.
- Provide consultations to hospital-based patients as requested by medical or hospital staff.
- Attend regularly scheduled departmental meetings.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address staff and patient education needs.
- Practice in a collaborative fashion as a member of an interdisciplinary team and consult with members of other health professions as appropriate.
- Participate in the use of departmental and corporate evidence-based rules of practice to ensure that expected standards of care are achieved.
- Participate in the on-call rota of the Department of Surgery (Ophthalmology).
- Participate in medical practice that is compatible with the Health Authority’s mission, values and strategic directions.
- Within the confines of this scope of practice and position description, provide other duties that may arise by circumstance and may be assigned by the Chief of the Department of Surgery, the Chief of Staff, Medical Director and/or Vice President of Medical Affairs.
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:
Must hold a valid license to practice medicine in the Province of New Brunswick.
Must be a member in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.
Must have current malpractice insurance from the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) appropriate to the category of practice.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.
Good attendance and work record.
Physically able to perform assigned duties.
Expected Start Date:
As soon as possible
Incentives:
$50,000.00 accompanied by a 2 year return of service.
Relocation reimbursement available.
Other Requirements:
n/a
About the Community:
Situated in the beautiful St. John River Valley, Fredericton, New Brunswick’s capital is an energetic city having much to offer individuals as well as families. Being an officially bilingual province, Fredericton has a vibrant francophone population. Le Centre communautaire Sainte-Anne houses schooling from daycare to high school, various sporting activities, weekly francophone movies, happy hours with local francophone entertainment and a Health Centre making Fredericton a wonderful location to live. The city also offers many recreational activities such as enjoying water sports on the majestic St. John River, playing a round of golf on one of the 7 golf courses, walking, running or biking on various trails, playing tennis in our indoor or outdoor courts, skiing and snowboarding at Crabbe Mountain, joining an ultimate Frisbee team, to visiting the beautiful Art Galleries including the world renown Beaverbrook Art Gallery, taking in live theatre at the Playhouse, being entertained by numerous festivals such as the Annual Music Festival and the Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival, Frostival in the winter months, a free outdoor skating rink in the heart of the city, Fredericton’s famous Boyce Farmer’s Market, Science East where children and children at heart are taught the basics of science in a fun and entertaining setting, Fredericton captures it all.
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