Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician
Eastern Rural Zone
Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville, NL
Permanent Full-time
Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly plus on-call obligation
Salary: As per Memorandum of Agreement
Competition Number: VAC0003185
Posted Date: 2024-10-30
Closing Date: Open until filled.
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.
ABOUT THE CHANCE
NL Health Services – Eastern Rural Zone invites applications for a permanent full-time Obstetrician/Gynecologist within the Child and Women's Health Program at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital in Clarenville, NL.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with family physicians and other specialists to provide a multidisciplinary approach to patients in clinic settings, consultations, inpatient care, surgical services, and on-call coverage. Outpatient assessments take place at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital and 5 Coish Place, with space shared with other specialists. Consultations from the Emergency Department,
family medicine community physicians, and other primary health care providers can be expected. On-call including holidays and weekends is shared equitably among site Obstetricians/Gynecologists.
Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital provides services to a catchment area of approximately 20,000 people. The hospital has 41 acute care beds including palliative care, medical/surgical, obstetrics, pediatric, and ICU beds, as well as 9 ER beds and 44 long-term care beds. Services include anesthesia, chemotherapy, family practice, general surgery, gynecology, obstetrics, ICU/Cardiac, internal medicine, laboratory, palliative care, pathology, pediatrics, psychiatry, radiology, respiratory therapy, ultrasonography, and 24-hour emergency (Category A). Visiting clinics include neurology and ophthalmology.
Work Environment
Clarenville is a vibrant service centre in eastern Newfoundland offering an exceptional quality of life. The town is near a national park, downhill and cross-country ski lodges, two golf courses, and hunting and fishing opportunities. Community amenities include a stadium, swimming pool, theatre, soccer pitch, running track, softball fields, playgrounds, hiking trails, and snowmobile trails. For more information visit: https://clarenville.ca/
QUALIFICATIONS
- Medical Degree (MD) with specialist training
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology (or equivalent)
- Eligible for and maintain licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
- Must satisfy credentialing and privilege requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide comprehensive Obstetrics and Gynecology services including inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and surgical services
- Participate in outpatient assessments at Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital and 5 Coish Place
- Receive and manage consultations from the Emergency Department, family medicine community physicians, and other primary health care providers
- Participate in on-call coverage shared equitably among site Obstetricians/Gynecologists including weekends and holidays
- Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary Child and Women's Health team
- Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements
REMUNERATION
As per Memorandum of Agreement
Remuneration will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador, commensurate with level of experience. On-call is billable to the Medical Care Plan (MCP).
Benefits Include:
- Annual Leave — 20 working days
- Family Leave, Parental Leave, Education Leave, Sick Leave
- 9 paid statutory holidays + Compensatory Leave
- Employer-Sponsored RRSP
- Group Insurance — Basic Life, AD&D;, Supplementary Health, Group Travel, Vision Care
Available Incentives:
- Retention Bonus — CAD 4,000 after 12 months, CAD 8,000 after 24 months, CAD 12,000 after 36 months
- Free housing accommodation for the first 3 months of employment
- Relocation assistance contingent on a 24-month return-in-service agreement — https://www.gov.nl.ca/exec/tbs/policies/benefits/relocation/
- Provincial incentives — https://workinhealthnl.ca/incentives/#all-incentives
HOW TO APPLY
All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates are asked to submit applications via our careers webpage: Apply here
For more information, please contact:
[email protected]
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.
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