Position Description:

Under the direction of the Family Medicine Department Head and the medical director for the area, the hospitalist performs non-specialized clinical work delivering general medical care to admitted patients in the assigned hospital facility. 

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. 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.

Job Duties:

Duties include medical services related to the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and may require working closely with various health professionals.

Hours of Work:

Based on the agreement set by the department/service head;

Evening and weekend on-call coverage shared among the department members.

Remuneration:

Sessional

Remuneration is by a sessional rate arrangement as outlined in the New Brunswick Physicians’ Manual.

Qualifications:

• Degree from a recognized medical school and residency granting a licence in family medicine;

A recognized medical school is a school that meets the following criterium:

• accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) or the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) (in the United States);

OR

• listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools with a note for Canada under the Sponsor Notes tab;
• One to three years’ experience will be considered an asset;
• Any other combination of training and experience deemed relevant and equivalent could be considered;
• Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick;
• Active membership in the Canadian Medical Protective Association or equivalent liability insurance association;
• Membership in the New Brunswick Medical Society;
• Privileges with Vitalité Health Network;
• Registration with New Brunswick Medicare;
• 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.

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. 

About the Facility:

The Edmundston Regional Hospital has been part of daily life for people in northwestern New Brunswick since 1991. It is an acute care facility providing complex and critical care, surgical and ambulatory care, medical and long-term care, mother/child and mental health care. The hospital also has mobile clinics (e.g., infectiology and neurology).

This 169-bed hospital has a team nearly 90 physicians, over 1,000 employees, and 80 volunteers.

Its main mission is to provide high-quality care and services that meet the needs of the community.

About the Community:

Edmundston is Madawaska’s main business and service centre. It is also its most populous city. Nestled between sparkling rivers and mountains weathered by time, the city of Edmundston is sure to impress you. The Leisure and Culture Department offers facilities, programs and services so citizens can fully enjoy community living by taking part in cultural, sports and leisure activities. The warmth of people in the region certainly has something to do with our great quality of life. To learn more about Edmundston, visit the City’s website at edmundston.ca/en.