POSITIONS AVAILABLE
WE ARE LOOKING FOR DOCTORS TO JOIN OUR COMMUNITY
From biking, to yoga, art and music, in Lunenburg County Nova Scotia, doctors and other health care professionals can practice far more than medicine!
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Calling Nova Scotia home means ocean views, active living and welcoming communities. Practicing here means working with passionate colleagues, providing world class care, and helping people be healthy and stay healthy, for generations. The Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and collaborative community-based programs across the province.
The Western Zone is supported by three regional facilities, as well as a number of community hospitals and health centres. Specialty services are distributed among the three regional hospitals located in Bridgewater, Kentville and Yarmouth. The Zone encompasses the coastal beaches and fishing communities of the South Shore, the historic French communities on the Acadian Shore, and farmers markets, breathtaking apple orchards and vineyards of the Annapolis Valley. Western Zone is home to the centrally located Kejimkujik National Park and the UNESCO World Heritage recognized Bay of Fundy. There’s something for everyone in this region, all within a 1-3 hour commute to the capital city. |
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Location: Chester
Family Medicine Physician
Employment Term: Full Time/Permanent
2019-0240
Chester Community Clinic at Our Health Centre, a community based collaborative family practice group located just outside the Halifax Regional Municipality, is seeking three full-time physicians to join the practice. The clinic consists of a very collegial and supportive group of two physicians, an NP and a FPN. Physicians are paid through an Alternate Payment Plan. This is a full-scope family practice. Inpatient, nursing home and obstetrical care are not expected. Clinic has a fully integrated Electronic Medical Record, and very supportive admin staff.
Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and must be certified or be eligible for certification by Canadian College of Family Physicians. Click here to read more...
Family Medicine Physician
Employment Term: Full Time/Permanent
2019-0240
Chester Community Clinic at Our Health Centre, a community based collaborative family practice group located just outside the Halifax Regional Municipality, is seeking three full-time physicians to join the practice. The clinic consists of a very collegial and supportive group of two physicians, an NP and a FPN. Physicians are paid through an Alternate Payment Plan. This is a full-scope family practice. Inpatient, nursing home and obstetrical care are not expected. Clinic has a fully integrated Electronic Medical Record, and very supportive admin staff.
Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and must be certified or be eligible for certification by Canadian College of Family Physicians. Click here to read more...
Location: Liverpool
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full Time
2018-0101
We are currently recruiting a family physician to practice in the quaint community of Liverpool.
Compensation is through either an Alternate Payment Plan or Fee for Service. Physicians provide office-based comprehensive primary care, in-hospital and nursing home care. Emergency Room coverage would be a great benefit to the community. Locum opportunities are also available to support this practice. Please contact for more information.
Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and must be certified or be eligible for certification by Canadian College of Family Physicians.
Please visit the website to learn more about what Liverpool has to offer. www.doctors-wanted.ca
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full Time
2018-0101
We are currently recruiting a family physician to practice in the quaint community of Liverpool.
Compensation is through either an Alternate Payment Plan or Fee for Service. Physicians provide office-based comprehensive primary care, in-hospital and nursing home care. Emergency Room coverage would be a great benefit to the community. Locum opportunities are also available to support this practice. Please contact for more information.
Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and must be certified or be eligible for certification by Canadian College of Family Physicians.
Please visit the website to learn more about what Liverpool has to offer. www.doctors-wanted.ca
Location: Mahone Bay
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full-time
2018-0102
A full time family practice opportunity is available in the beautiful community of Mahone Bay. This is a solo practice which is co-located with another physician. The physician will be expected to provide office-based comprehensive primary care as well as in-hospital care, nursing home coverage and participation with the on-call rota at Fisherman’s Memorial Hospital in Lunenburg. Compensation for this opportunity is a guaranteed income through an Alternate Payment Agreement.
Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and must be certified or be eligible for certification by Canadian College of Family Physicians.
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full-time
2018-0102
A full time family practice opportunity is available in the beautiful community of Mahone Bay. This is a solo practice which is co-located with another physician. The physician will be expected to provide office-based comprehensive primary care as well as in-hospital care, nursing home coverage and participation with the on-call rota at Fisherman’s Memorial Hospital in Lunenburg. Compensation for this opportunity is a guaranteed income through an Alternate Payment Agreement.
Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and must be certified or be eligible for certification by Canadian College of Family Physicians.
Location: Bridgewater
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full-time
2018-0083
We are looking for a full-time family physician to practice in Bridgewater. They will be expected to have a comprehensive office based primary care, provide inpatient coverage and participate in the inpatient rota at the South Shore Regional Hospital. Interest in Obs/Gyn an asset.
Compensation will be through an Alternative Payment Plan.
Candidates must be certified or be eligible for certification by the Canadian College of Family Physicians and maintain certification of competency. As well, candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Location: Bridgewater
Physician Category: Anesthesiologist
Employment Term: Full-time
2019-0219
We are looking for an Anesthesiologist to join our team at the South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, as of April 1st, 2019. Bridgewater is a town in Lunenburg County along the beautiful South Shore with a population of about 8500 people. Approximately one hour’s drive from Halifax Metro, South Shore Regional Hospital provides 24/7 anesthesia coverage for services such as low risk Ob/Gyn and General surgery as well as consultation service to ICU and ED. Other surgical services on site include: Urology, Orthopedics, Plastics, Ophthalmology, Dental and OMF.
Surfing, cycling, hiking, stand up paddleboarding and sea kayaking await you and can be year round activities. It’s a short jaunt to Kejimkujik National Park, with a multitude of historic areas to visit. Craft breweries and wineries abound and those who sail (or want to learn) have come to the right place. Art galleries and historical escapes provide hours of entertainment in your down time as your explore the wonderful surrounding communities.
The team consists of four physicians with requirement of equal participation in the call rota. Payment structure is an Alternate Payment Plan. Applicants should live within 20 minutes of the hospital. Candidates must be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and eligible for licensure with The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Support is available for a site visit as well as relocation.
Physician Category: Anesthesiologist
Employment Term: Full-time
2019-0219
We are looking for an Anesthesiologist to join our team at the South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, as of April 1st, 2019. Bridgewater is a town in Lunenburg County along the beautiful South Shore with a population of about 8500 people. Approximately one hour’s drive from Halifax Metro, South Shore Regional Hospital provides 24/7 anesthesia coverage for services such as low risk Ob/Gyn and General surgery as well as consultation service to ICU and ED. Other surgical services on site include: Urology, Orthopedics, Plastics, Ophthalmology, Dental and OMF.
Surfing, cycling, hiking, stand up paddleboarding and sea kayaking await you and can be year round activities. It’s a short jaunt to Kejimkujik National Park, with a multitude of historic areas to visit. Craft breweries and wineries abound and those who sail (or want to learn) have come to the right place. Art galleries and historical escapes provide hours of entertainment in your down time as your explore the wonderful surrounding communities.
The team consists of four physicians with requirement of equal participation in the call rota. Payment structure is an Alternate Payment Plan. Applicants should live within 20 minutes of the hospital. Candidates must be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and eligible for licensure with The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Support is available for a site visit as well as relocation.
Location: Bridgewater
Physician Category: Family Medicine Pre-Natal Obstetrics
Employment Term: Full-time
2019-0227
Family Medicine physicians are needed to join our dynamic team at South Shore Regional Hospital (SSRH) to provide obstetrical and newborn care to residents of the South Shore.
We are a collaborative group dedicated to providing excellent outpatient and inpatient care while supporting the professional growth of our team members. In our group, mentorship is a priority for newer physicians and for each other. SSRH provides 24-hour obstetrical and anesthesia services as well as an experienced and committed contingent of nursing professionals. Work schedules are flexible and sessional payment, plus call stipend, ensures that all patient follow-up is the shared responsibility of the group. Therefore, when your shift is finished, your time is your own.
Join us in one of Nova Scotia’s most beautiful regions as we continue to build a welcoming and professional obstetrical community on the South Shore.
Candidates must be certified or be eligible for certification by the Canadian College of Family Physicians and maintain certification of competency. As well, candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Support is available for site visit and relocation.
Physician Category: Family Medicine Pre-Natal Obstetrics
Employment Term: Full-time
2019-0227
Family Medicine physicians are needed to join our dynamic team at South Shore Regional Hospital (SSRH) to provide obstetrical and newborn care to residents of the South Shore.
We are a collaborative group dedicated to providing excellent outpatient and inpatient care while supporting the professional growth of our team members. In our group, mentorship is a priority for newer physicians and for each other. SSRH provides 24-hour obstetrical and anesthesia services as well as an experienced and committed contingent of nursing professionals. Work schedules are flexible and sessional payment, plus call stipend, ensures that all patient follow-up is the shared responsibility of the group. Therefore, when your shift is finished, your time is your own.
Join us in one of Nova Scotia’s most beautiful regions as we continue to build a welcoming and professional obstetrical community on the South Shore.
Candidates must be certified or be eligible for certification by the Canadian College of Family Physicians and maintain certification of competency. As well, candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Support is available for site visit and relocation.
Location: Lunenburg
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full-time
2019-0228
Lunenburg Family Health, a well-established collaborative clinic since 2009, is looking for a full-time family physician to join their practice team. The collegial team is comprised of seven full-time physicians, one nurse practitioner, family practice nurse, addiction and mental health counselor, clinic manager and administrative assistants. The team meets regularly for CMEs and to collaborate on challenging clinical cases. Opportunity exists to work as a preceptor with Dalhousie University medical students and residents. EMR is Med Access. Overhead is relatively low, around 20%. Each provider offers same day appointments one day a week for all patients of our clinic. Compensation is through an Alternate Payment Plan.
The clinic is located next to the 55-bed Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital (FMH). Physicians are responsible for as many as 0-6 inpatients at one given time, located within any of the following hospital units: restorative care rehab, alternate level of care unit, medical unit and Veteran’s LTC unit. Call for inpatients is 1 in every 7 weeks and call stipend to be paid in addition to the salary. There is an Emergency Department at FMH and ambulatory care specialty clinics such as plastic surgery, general surgery, urology, ENT, gastroenterology, respirology, geriatrics, and gynecology. FMH also has multiple outpatient clinics including the asthma/COPD clinic, diabetic education centre, physiotherapy, and ambulatory care clinic. As a result, primary care providers in Lunenburg have a close bond with many of the specialists and allied health professionals.
Lunenburg is a beautiful Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with affordable housing, multiple child care options, new P-9 school, gyms, swimming pools, and weekly farmers’ market in addition to being minutes to beaches, trails, lakes and oceans. The Town has many other amenities that a larger center can offer, without the drawbacks of a congested city. Lunenburg has a diverse array of artistic offerings including visual art, drama and musical events as well as musical and art schools.
Candidates must be eligible for certification by Canadian College of Family Physicians and must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Support is available for a site visit and relocation.
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full-time
2019-0228
Lunenburg Family Health, a well-established collaborative clinic since 2009, is looking for a full-time family physician to join their practice team. The collegial team is comprised of seven full-time physicians, one nurse practitioner, family practice nurse, addiction and mental health counselor, clinic manager and administrative assistants. The team meets regularly for CMEs and to collaborate on challenging clinical cases. Opportunity exists to work as a preceptor with Dalhousie University medical students and residents. EMR is Med Access. Overhead is relatively low, around 20%. Each provider offers same day appointments one day a week for all patients of our clinic. Compensation is through an Alternate Payment Plan.
The clinic is located next to the 55-bed Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital (FMH). Physicians are responsible for as many as 0-6 inpatients at one given time, located within any of the following hospital units: restorative care rehab, alternate level of care unit, medical unit and Veteran’s LTC unit. Call for inpatients is 1 in every 7 weeks and call stipend to be paid in addition to the salary. There is an Emergency Department at FMH and ambulatory care specialty clinics such as plastic surgery, general surgery, urology, ENT, gastroenterology, respirology, geriatrics, and gynecology. FMH also has multiple outpatient clinics including the asthma/COPD clinic, diabetic education centre, physiotherapy, and ambulatory care clinic. As a result, primary care providers in Lunenburg have a close bond with many of the specialists and allied health professionals.
Lunenburg is a beautiful Town (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with affordable housing, multiple child care options, new P-9 school, gyms, swimming pools, and weekly farmers’ market in addition to being minutes to beaches, trails, lakes and oceans. The Town has many other amenities that a larger center can offer, without the drawbacks of a congested city. Lunenburg has a diverse array of artistic offerings including visual art, drama and musical events as well as musical and art schools.
Candidates must be eligible for certification by Canadian College of Family Physicians and must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Support is available for a site visit and relocation.
Location: Bridgewater
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full-time
2018-0083
We are looking for full-time family physicians to practice in Bridgewater. They will be expected to have a comprehensive office based primary care, provide inpatient coverage and participate in the inpatient rota at the South Shore Regional Hospital. Interest in Obs/Gyn an asset.
Compensation will be through an Alternative Payment Plan.
Candidates must be certified or be eligible for certification by the Canadian College of Family Physicians and maintain certification of competency. As well, candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Support is available for site visit and relocation.
Physician Category: Family Physician
Employment Term: Full-time
2018-0083
We are looking for full-time family physicians to practice in Bridgewater. They will be expected to have a comprehensive office based primary care, provide inpatient coverage and participate in the inpatient rota at the South Shore Regional Hospital. Interest in Obs/Gyn an asset.
Compensation will be through an Alternative Payment Plan.
Candidates must be certified or be eligible for certification by the Canadian College of Family Physicians and maintain certification of competency. As well, candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
Support is available for site visit and relocation.
>FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities are always changing. Let us know your specialization and interests even if a matching opportunity is not listed. We may find the perfect match for you!
