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Salary: As per Memorandum of Agreement
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
The Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Program of NL Health Services – Eastern Urban Zone is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Medical Microbiologist to join the Public Health and Microbiology Laboratory (PHML) in St. John's, NL.
PHML works within NL Health Services to provide diagnostic services for all patient populations in the province, bridging both acute care and public health microbiology. PHML is continually working to improve state-of-the-art technologies, with current focus on total lab automation, whole genome sequencing, novel laboratory developed assays, CL-3 processing, and wastewater surveillance.
The successful candidate will join a group of clinical and medical microbiologists, with collaboration among molecular and diagnostic pathologists, hematopathologists, and clinical chemists providing the province with tertiary and quaternary laboratory care.
The successful candidate will provide Medical Microbiology (1.0 FTE) services, including participation in the on-call roster shared across microbiologists. Scheduling of clinical work within the division is determined by the Division Head in collaboration with the microbiologists, considering individual interests and skill sets alongside the needs of the division. The successful candidate is expected to build relationships and provide timely expert consultative services to physicians and health care providers, working closely with all clinical care teams including the Antimicrobial Stewardship team, Infectious Diseases, Infection Prevention and Control, and Medical Officers of Health.
All microbiologists are expected to be actively engaged in collaborative research, teaching activities, and scholarship. NL Health Services facilities are closely affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. Through this affiliation and on the recommendation of the Discipline Chair, the successful candidate will be awarded a faculty appointment in the academic discipline of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at a clinical academic rank based on experience and qualifications.
Work Environment
St. John's is a vibrant, historic city on the eastern tip of North America, offering a warm and welcoming community, a thriving arts and culture scene, and easy access to the stunning natural landscapes of the Avalon Peninsula — including whale watching, hiking, and some of the most dramatic coastlines in Canada.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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REMUNERATION
As per Memorandum of Agreement
Remuneration will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador, commensurate with level of training and experience.
Available Incentives:
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HOW TO APPLY
For more information, please contact:
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LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL
NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
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