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full time Hematology at Horizon Health Network
Saint John,, New Brunswick
Job ID: 17879

As a General Practitioner- Oncology Support in the Horizon Health Network, Saint John area (Region 2), the physician will work closely with the attending hematologist to deliver inpatient services to hematologic oncology patients within a regional interdisciplinary team setting. The General Practitioner will collaborate with the Hematologists for service delivery in the hematology inpatient setting and for select outpatient clinical encounters.

Hours of Work:
• Shifts are 7.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday to be provided between the hours of 8am – 5pm.
• 6 weeks of leave per year (i.e. vacation and CME). Any time away requires a request of leave to the Chief of Oncology and the Chief of Staff.

The GP Oncology Support physician will not take part or be responsible for the following:

• Oncology call schedule/weekend calls.
• Inpatient hematology consultations

• Assist with providing hospitalist care to patients admitted under the Hematology Oncology service Monday-Friday. The average workload is 8 inpatients, with a range of 5-12 inpatients.
• Perform patient procedures as part of their routine care such as bone marrow aspirate and biopsies, stem cell transplant infusions, etc. Appropriate training and supervision will be provided.
• Assist with responding to patients in the systemic therapy area or apheresis unit who are experiencing acute reactions to their treatment.
• Perform select procedures on outpatients (ie bone marrow biopsies) when time allows.

• To offer palliative symptom management and liaise with the division of palliative medicine when appropriate.
• Responsible for dictating and signing off clinical encounters and discharge summaries.
• Complete forms and necessary written referrals to help with patient discharge/transfer to other hospital as needed.
• Participate in medical practice that is compatible with the Health Authority’s mission, values, and strategic directions.
• Other duties that may arise by circumstance and may be assigned by the Department head of Oncology and the Chief of Staff.

• Attend a minimum of one major continuing professional development event per year.
• Comply with the policies and procedures of the Department of Oncology.
• Comply with the provisions of the Hospital Act, the Regional Health Authorities Act, the Medical Services Payment Act, and their regulations. Documents can be found under http://laws.gnb.ca/en/deplinks?subjectnumber=10
• Comply with the Health Authority bylaws, rules and regulations, and policies and procedures.
• Follow the Code of Ethics of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick and the Canadian Medical Association.
• Registration with New Brunswick Medicare.

Summary
Specialty
Hematology
Province / State
New Brunswick
Employment Type
full time
Eligible
Physician
Tagline
Hematologic Oncology Support physician
Start Date
immediately, see description above, or enquire
Remuneration
Remuneration
• Annual salary of $184,444 - $216,190
 
Billing / Overhead Split
 
Vacation / CME Leave
 
Additional Benefits
$50,000.00 accompanied by a 2 year return of service for eligible physicians, as approved by the Department of Health.


Relocation reimbursement of up to $8,000 for eligible physicians, as approved by the Regional Health Authority


Those with a regular license are also eligible for benefits including Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan, long-term disability, basic group life insurance and optional supplemental coverage, 1.25 sick days/month to a maximum of 240 days, health/travel and dental insurance and others as stipulated in the Management & Non-Union Employees Human Resources Policies– Part III of the Public Service.
 
Qualification Requirements
Education
• Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick
• Member in good standing with the New Brunswick Medical Society.
• Active membership in the Canadian Medical Protective Association or equivalent liability insurance association.
• Verification of good standing within Professional Association (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada; College of Family Physicians of Canada: American Board, or equivalent specialty association).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team building skills.
• Good attendance and work record.
• Physically able to perform assigned duties.
 
Experience
 
Certifications
 
Institution / Community Information
Institution Name
Horizon Health Network  
Street Address 1
400 University Avenue, E2L 4L4 
Street Address 2
PO Box 5200 
City / Town
Saint John, 
Country
Canada 
Postal / Zip Code
E2L 4L4 
 
Institution Description
 
Institution Size (Beds)
151+ 
Institution Website
 
Community 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.  
Community Size
16-50k 
Community Website
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Geographic location may be approximate
Contact for Applicants
Contact Name
Mrs. Lindsay Vaughan 
Phone
5065661166 
Fax
(506) 648-8999 
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Published on 2024-07-17
Edited on 2024-07-17