Family Medicine - Integrated Chronic Care Service

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Fall River; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Fall River is seeking a part-time physician to join their interdisciplinary team, focusing on comprehensive care for complex chronic conditions. This role offers a valued community presence with flexible hours and a supportive work environment. Candidates must be eligible for licensure in Nova Scotia and equipped to handle chronic disease management.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Community engagement

Comprehensive support team

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure with CPSNS.
• Canadian Medical Protective Association membership.
• Experience with chronic conditions is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and take histories.
• Order diagnostic tests and advise on health promotion.
• Prescribe medications and treatments.
• Act as a patient advocate.

Skills

Consultation and referral

Patient advocacy

Diagnostic testing

Health promotion

Education

Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia

Certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada

Job description

Requisition ID : 117976

Opportunity Type : Permanent

Estimated Annual Salary : 100,000 - 150,000

Type of Remuneration : Other

Site Visit & Reallocation Allowance Programs : Relocation Program; Site Visit Program

For information and to determine eligibility for Department of Health and Wellness Incentives, please contact [e-mail]

About This Opportunity

The Integrated Chronic Care Services team is seeking a part-time physician to join this interdisciplinary team of health professionals in Fall River. This 0.5 FTE position provides comprehensive assessments and care planning for individuals with complex chronic conditions such as:

• Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
• Environmental illnesses including Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
• Fibromyalgia
• Functional neurologic and gastrointestinal syndromes
• Multiple chronic conditions

The ICCS model emphasizes managing chronic diseases by addressing the whole person's needs, focusing on self-management support. The team includes physicians, occupational therapists, a nurse practitioner, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, clinical therapists, and a dietitian, integrating physical, psychosocial, and environmental aspects to improve health outcomes and quality of life.

This salaried position offers approximately $10,340 per month with a competitive overhead rate. Scheduling is flexible, with regular weekly office hours to support team-based care and continuity. Physicians are expected to dedicate 70% of their time to clinical care and 30% to research activities, which are integral to the role.

The position reports to the Head of the Department of Family Practice, Central Zone, and the Director of Primary Health Care and Chronic Disease Management, Central Zone, as well as the Manager of the ICCS for administrative duties.

This environment is scent-free due to the patient population, and all team members must adhere to this policy.

For more information, contact Ashley Harnish, Health Services Manager for ICCS, at [e-mail].

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Examine patients, take histories, order diagnostic tests, and advise on health promotion and disease prevention.
• Consultation and referral to other medical practitioners.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Prescribe and administer medications, treatments, inoculations, and vaccinations.
• Report births, deaths, contagious and other diseases as per Nova Scotia Public Health requirements.

Expected Hours

Permanent, Part-time, 0.5 FTE

Qualifications

• Eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS).
• Eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC).
• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) membership.
• Experience and certifications relevant to working with this patient population are assets.

Community Details

Fall River is a suburban community in Nova Scotia within the Halifax Regional Municipality, located north-northeast of Bedford Basin and Waverley. Halifax, the largest urban area in Atlantic Canada, offers a vibrant mix of urban amenities and natural beauty, including beaches, gardens, hiking, and cultural activities. The city is home to Dalhousie University and is a hub for innovation, research, and economic development, with a rich cultural scene and outdoor recreational opportunities.

Nova Scotia Health (www.nshealth.ca) is the largest employer in the province, providing care across more than 45 facilities. The Central Zone serves 400,000 residents in Halifax and the surrounding areas. The province values diversity and is committed to an inclusive workforce, encouraging applications from Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians, persons with disabilities, and recent immigrants.