Hospitalist 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 Locum Hospitalist Physicians to provide coverage at two sites — James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre in Gander and Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL. The Locum Hospitalist is responsible for providing comprehensive inpatient medical care to adult patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of acute and complex medical conditions, as well as collaboration in discharge planning and transitions of care.

The Hospitalist functions as the Most Responsible Physician (MRP) for assigned patients and works closely with multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centred care. The role involves participation in a structured hospitalist model, including scheduled daytime clinical coverage and shared call responsibilities. The Hospitalist will manage a defined inpatient census, provide consultation support as required, and contribute to after-hours coverage in accordance with departmental scheduling.

Work Environment

Gander and Grand Falls-Windsor are vibrant central Newfoundland communities offering excellent amenities, strong senses of community, and easy access to the natural beauty of the surrounding region — including world-class salmon fishing on the Exploits River and the rich aviation heritage of Gander.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligible for licensure as a Family Physician with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
• Must satisfy credentialing and privilege requirements of NL Health Services Central Zone
• Satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority
• Satisfactory record of work performance and attendance

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Function as the Most Responsible Physician (MRP) for an assigned inpatient census
• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and complex medical conditions in adult inpatients
• Collaborate in discharge planning and transitions of care
• Participate in structured daytime clinical coverage and shared after-hours call
• Provide consultation support as required
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members
• 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

Compensation will be in accordance with applicable NL Health Services locum policies. Incentives are based on the locum policy — contact the recruiter for details.

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HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are asked to submit:

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

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.