Family Medicine Physician

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 – Central Zone is seeking a Family Medicine Physician to join the team at St. Alban's Community Health Centre in St. Alban's, NL. Reporting to the Chief of Family Medicine, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain a patient roster and provide comprehensive family medicine services to the local community.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong patient focus and excellent communication skills with a keen interest in collaborative team-based practice. Hours of work may require flexibility to offer clinics during daytime, after-hours, and weekends to meet patient needs. The successful candidate will provide care using an EMR platform.

Work Environment

St. Alban's is a welcoming rural community on the south coast of Newfoundland, offering a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bay d'Espoir region — known for its stunning fjords, salmon rivers, and tight-knit community spirit.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
• 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
• Satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a rostered panel of primary care patients
• See regularly scheduled patients, walk-ins, and new patients
• Review lab data, letters, and charts on an ongoing basis
• Complete consultant letters, insurance forms, and other clinical documentation
• Return patient telephone calls and manage ongoing patient communication
• Support teaching and academic activities as required
• Provide care using the EMR platform
• 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

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Available Incentives:

• Contact recruiter for full details on available incentives.

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HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are asked to apply through ServiceNow and submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Supporting documentation (as applicable)
• Three (3) professional references

Note: Applicants who submit all required documentation will be considered for the review process.

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Cassandra Hodder [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.