Family Practice at Horizon Health Network - Saint John
Saint John, New Brunswick |
Job ID: 17075 | |
Horizon Health Network, Saint John area (Region 2), is actively seeking three (3) permanent full-time Family Medicine physicians to take over existing practices. Family Medicine physicians are encouraged to be part of the Family Medicine teaching program affiliated with Dalhousie University Medical School and Memorial University Medical School postgraduate program and teaching in the undergraduate program at Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick. Information regarding faculty appointments is available upon request. Physicians are also encouraged to be part of the research program. JOB DUTIES: |
Summary
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Specialty |
Family Practice
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Province / State |
New Brunswick
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Employment Type |
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Eligible |
Physician
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Tagline |
Family Medicine
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Call Frequency |
Hours of work are normally provided between 0830hrs – 1630hrs Monday to Friday, unless otherwise agreed upon by the Service/Department Head.
• After-hours and weekend call coverage in coordination with members of the Department. |
Start Date |
immediately, see description above, or enquire
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Remuneration
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Remuneration |
Standard remuneration is Fee-for-Service which is a direct compensation between the physician and Medicare of New Brunswick. On call remuneration is provided. No source deductions can be provided.
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Vacation / CME Leave |
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Additional Benefits |
INCENTIVES:
• Candidates may be eligible for a Provincial Recruitment Incentive with a Return of Service Agreement. • Moving Expense Allowance. EXPECTED START DATE: To be determined. |
Qualification Requirements
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Education |
• A medical degree is required.
• Certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada is required. • Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick. • Proficiency in English is required. • In accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. • Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-building skills. • Good attendance and work record. • Physically able to perform assigned duties. |
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Institution / Community Information
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Institution Name |
Horizon Health Network - Saint John
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Street Address 1 |
400 University Avenue
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Street Address 2 |
PO Box 5200
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City / Town |
Saint John
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Country |
Canada
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Postal / Zip Code |
E2L 4L4
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Institution Description |
Horizon has an annual budget of approximately $1.1 billion and has more than 12,600 employees, 1,100 physicians and 5,200 volunteers, auxiliary and alumnae members, as well as 17 foundations and 18 auxiliary and alumnae organizations. Horizon ensures representation from urban and rural areas through a 15-member Board that consists of 7 appointed and 8 elected members of the public.
For more information, visit the Horizon Health Network website at www.horizonnb.ca |
Institution Size (Beds) |
151+
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Institution Website |
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Community Description |
Imagine…
A playground in Atlantic Canada surrounded by fresh waterways on one side and the ocean on the other. Connect… With a community of Maritime and Acadian people whose rich friendly culture will include you. Belong… To a community where families are able to raise their children in a safe, close-knit environment with a reasonable cost of living. The Saint John area offers you a broad range of affordable housing options, from heritage properties to executive homes within the city and in nearby Kennebecasis Valley. Saint John, a booming harbor city is Canada's oldest incorporated city (1785) and home to the country's oldest museum and farmers' market. For spouses and families, there are excellent employment and educational prospects. The nearby towns and villages, such as St. Stephen, Sussex, and Grand Manan, provide a diverse selection of recreational and sport activities that appeal to all age groups. |
Community Size |
51-500k
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Community Website | |
Geographic location may be approximate
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Contact for Applicants
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Contact Name |
Ms. Hope Kelly
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Phone |
506-648-6286
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Fax |
506-648-6364
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