Critical Care Medicine/Intensivist Physician

75 Hours Bi-Weekly + On-Call Obligations

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

NL Health Services – Western Zone is seeking an Intensivist or specialist with considerable experience in Critical Care Medicine at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook, NL.

Responsibilities include participation in ICU on-call schedules and base specialty practice across Internal Medicine and subspecialties, Anesthesiology, and Emergency Medicine. Western Memorial Regional Hospital is a newly constructed, state-of-the-art 164-bed regional referral centre — the largest hospital in Newfoundland and Labrador outside St. John's — serving Western Newfoundland.

Practice Profile:

• 8–12 ICU weeks per year
• 12-bed Level III ICU
• Renal replacement therapy with CRRT and intermittent HD with nephrology backup
• Full diagnostic imaging including CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, and Interventional Radiology
• Teaching opportunities including local Family Medicine program, rotating Internal Medicine residents, and clinical clerks
• Tertiary services including invasive cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, and neurosurgery available in St. John's

NL Health Services is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, and academic interests are encouraged and supported.

Work Environment

Corner Brook is a vibrant and active community offering exceptional downhill skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, kayaking, and salmon fishing on Newfoundland's beautiful West Coast. Within an hour's drive you are at the doorstep of the world-renowned Gros Morne National Park. The city also offers a thriving arts community and top-notch sporting and recreational facilities. For more information visit: www.cornerbrook.com

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine and subspecialties, Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, or General Surgery
• Certification in Adult Critical Care Medicine considered a strong asset
• Candidates without Critical Care Medicine certification must demonstrate commensurate experience and procedural skills for the position
• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
• Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive critical care services in the 12-bed Level III ICU
• Participate equitably in ICU on-call schedules
• Provide base specialty practice in Internal Medicine and subspecialties, Anesthesiology, or Emergency Medicine as applicable
• Manage complex patients requiring renal replacement therapy including CRRT and intermittent HD
• Liaise with nephrology backup and tertiary specialty services in St. John's as required
• Contribute to teaching and education of Family Medicine residents, Internal Medicine residents, and clinical clerks
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary critical care team
• Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

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REMUNERATION

ICU remuneration is via Alternate Payment Plan (APP). Non-ICU service remuneration is Fee-For-Service and/or Alternate Payment Plan in accordance with the Medical Care Plan (MCP) Fee Schedule. An annual Retention Bonus is offered in accordance with the current Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).

Available Incentives:
Candidates may be eligible for recruitment and retention incentives, subject to applicable terms, conditions, and program availability at the time of offer.

• Relocation coverage — https://www.gov.nl.ca/exec/tbs/policies/benefits/relocation/
• Provincial incentives — https://workinhealthnl.ca/incentives/#all-incentives

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HOW TO APPLY

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates are asked to submit applications via our careers webpage: Apply here

For more information, please contact:

[email protected]

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LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL

• https://workinhealthnl.ca/
• https://www.nlhealthservices.ca/

NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.