Locum Family Medicine Physician – Oncology

Health PEI is seeking Family Medicine Physicians with experience and/or interest in Oncology care for both short and long-term locum assignments.

Health PEI is looking for individuals to join the collegial, multi-disciplinary team within the Provincial Oncology program. Family Medicine Physicians play an essential role in providing direct patient care at the PEI Cancer Treatment Centre with responsibilities including the delivery of facility based in-patient care and community-based oncology treatment. The physician works closely with specialist colleagues in both Medical and Radiation Oncology through each phase of a patient’s journey with malignancy. The Prince Edward Island Cancer Treatment Centre is located at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Charlottetown, PEI. A satellite clinic at Prince County Hospital, Summerside also provides patients from Western PEI access to systemic therapy and follow-up care. While successful candidates will typically be based out of Charlottetown, travel to Summerside may be required on an intermittent basis to meet system needs.

Prince Edward Island (PEI) is renowned for its people, arts, culture, food, and innovation. With more than 1,000 kms of shoreline and beaches, acres of gentle farmland, vibrant cities and smaller communities, National and Provincial parks, and an island-wide trail system, it is no surprise that individuals and families from around the world have chosen to call this island ‘home’. It is easy to come and go from Prince Edward Island. From direct flights out of Charlottetown airport, to a toll bridge in Borden, to a beautiful ferry ride, you are closer than you think to your next destination. International airports are nearby in Moncton, NB and Halifax, NS.

​In addition to professional fulfillment, practicing in PEI means living in one of Canada’s most scenic destinations. With its safe, welcoming communities and breathtaking landscapes year-round, PEI offers both natural beauty and an exceptional quality of life. Whether you seek a small urban or rural setting, you’ll have access to outdoor activities, fresh food from our land and sea, and a vibrant arts and cultural scene. Prince Edward Island is the ideal place for physicians who value both professional satisfaction and personal well-being.

Hours of Work

• Full-time or part-time hours available.

Positions

• Short- and long-term full-time locum positions are available depending on candidate availability and experience.
• Duties will include in-patient and outpatient clinical service to support patient care and treatment delivery during regular business hours Monday-Friday with potential requirement for after-hours work.
• Participation in the Provincial Oncology on-call schedule with specialist back-up.

Remuneration

• Contract hourly rate: $185/hour or;
• Fee for service.

Locum Supports and Reimbursements

Short Term Locum

• Reimbursement of the MCC-AMR Application Fee and PEI Application Fee
• Reimbursement of the cost of locum license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of PEI.
• Coverage of registration fees with the Medical Society of PEI.

Locums coming from out of province and who are not Island residents are also eligible for the following:

• Coverage of accommodations during the length of the locum stay on Prince Edward Island, up to a maximum of $300 per night with receipt or $200 per night without receipts, following guidelines outlined below.

For reimbursement for accommodations without receipt the following stipulations shall apply:

• Reimbursement is limited to nights directly associated with scheduled workdays; day before, day after and days worked.
• The physician must be in the province to be eligible for reimbursement for accommodation without receipt.
• $100 per day stipend will be provided for the days worked during the locum period.
• Paid actual travel time ($50/hour) from home province to Prince Edward Island and return will be covered.
• Cost of one return travel to Prince Edward Island based on an economy airfare to a maximum of $2,000. If traveling by car, mileage will be reimbursed as determined by PEI Treasury Board Policy and bridge and road tolls reimbursed with submission of receipts. Reimbursement for travel by car is not to exceed the cost of economy airfare.
• Coverage of car rental up to $1400 per week with receipt, associated with days worked.

Long Term Locum (Working at least 10 days a month for no less than 6 months with a defined start and end date)

• Reimbursement of the MCC-AMR Application Fee and PEI Application Fee costs with Physicians Apply;
• Reimbursement of cost of license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of PEI.
• Coverage of dues with Medical Society of PEI.

Locums coming from out of province and who are not Island residents are also eligible for the following:

• Accommodations:
  • 10 + days coverage per month – up to $5000 per month with receipts or $3000 per month without receipts.
• $50 per day stipend will be provided for the days worked during the locum period.
• Paid actual travel time ($50/hour) from home province to Prince Edward Island and return will be covered.
• Cost of one return travel to Prince Edward Island based on an economy airfare to a maximum of $2,000 with receipts. If traveling by car, mileage will be reimbursed as determined by PEI Treasury Board Policy and bridge and road tolls reimbursed with submission of receipts. Reimbursement for travel by car is not to exceed the cost of economy airfare.
• Coverage of car rental up to $1400 per week with receipts.

Certifications and Eligibility Requirements

• Eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island;
• Eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada;
• Hold MCCQE Part I or Licentiate of Medical Council of Canada (LMCC) equivalent;
• Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA);
• Eligible for appointment to the Health PEI Medical Staff with appropriate privileging;
• Work experience preferable with at least 1- 2 years of clinical experience working in Canada.
• Experience and/or training in the general care of Oncology patients.

Atlantic Registry

As of May 1, 2023, physicians whose primary practice is in Atlantic Canada (and hold a general registration in either PEI, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia or Newfoundland and Labrador) may be eligible to obtain registration to practice in all four Atlantic Canadian provinces via the Atlantic Registry. For more information or to opt-in to the Atlantic Registry, contact the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island today!

In the event of a discrepancy in information on this website and the Physician Services Agreement, the Physician Services Agreement shall prevail.

To apply:

• Ensure your experience meets all applicable criteria by thoroughly reading the job posting.
• Fill out the application form and attach your C.V.
• Please note that this competition may be used for future hiring

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