Position Description:

Vitalité Health Network is seeking emergency physicians who want to contribute to patient health. The Network’s emergency physicians enjoy a workplace with some of the most rewarding professional experiences. Their expertise is sought in the planning and delivery of critical care to patients, and their contribution is valued within the multidisciplinary team.

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Please find below a list of Vitalité Health Network facilities that are currently seeking emergency physicians.

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.

Job Duties:

Successful candidates must work approximately 29 hours per week in the emergency department. Candidates will be required to participate in the training of medical residents and students. The emergency physician position involves delivering general medical care to patients. Duties include providing medical services related to the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and they 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 concerned. The work may also be overseen by the Local Chief of Staff, Regional Chief of Staff and the Medical Director for the Regional Health Authority (RHA) zone. The physician shall comply with the RHA By-Laws.

Remuneration:

Sessional

The salary for this position is sessional fees.

Qualifications:

• Degree from a recognized medical school and postgraduate studies (residency) in the field of family medicine;
• An additional year of specialization in emergency medicine considered an asset (R3);
• Eligibility to obtain a licence to practise from 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. 

About the Facility:

BATHURST

Chaleur Regional Hospital

Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus de Caraquet

Tracadie-Sheila Hospital