Family Physician

Ipacamic; Owen Sound; Hybrid; CAD 299,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP (defined benefit pension)

Extended health and dental benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

SOAHAC is seeking a Family Physician to join the Owen Sound site, delivering comprehensive primary care to Indigenous communities. The role collaborates with NPs, Traditional Practitioners, Elders, and Mental Health staff to coordinate care across the lifespan.

The position emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally safe practice, CPSO-compliant documentation, and commitment to ongoing learning about Indigenous health. 35 hours per week with flexible start dates.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD) and Certification in Family Medicine (CCFP), or equivalent.
• Licence for Independent Practice, or eligibility, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).
• Experience working with Indigenous communities, community health centres, or underserved populations is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary, team-based model of care.
• Commitment to ongoing learning in Indigenous cultural safety, trauma-informed care, and anti-oppressive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care for SOAHAC clients, including health promotion, disease prevention, acute care, and chronic disease management.
• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, provide follow-up, and coordinate ongoing primary care for SOAHAC clients
• Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and other interdisciplinary providers within their respective scopes of practice.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions, case conferences, and integrated care planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with CPSO standards, organizational policies, and applicable privacy legislation (including PHIPA).
• Practice in a trauma-informed, culturally safe, and client-centered manner, recognizing the social determinants of health affecting Indigenous communities

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Cultural safety

Trauma-informed care

Indigenous health experience

Education

MD

CCFP

Job description

Family Physician – Full Time

Owen Sound – 3-733 9th Avenue East Owen Sound, ON

Position Title: Family PhysicianStatus: Full-Time (35 hours/week) – Part-Time considered
Location: Owen Sound Site– 3-733 9th Avenue East Owen Sound, ONSalary: $331,975 annually (PSA rate for 35 hours/week), prorated for part-time
Benefits: HOOPP (defined benefit pension), extended health and dental benefits, paid leave

About SOAHAC:

Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) is a multi-service indigenous health and wellness organization providing primary care, mental health, traditional healing, and social supports for First Nations, Inuit, Metis, and urban indigenous individuals across southwestern Ontario

Our Owen Sound site is an interdisciplinary care hub serving Indigenous community members in the city and surrounding area. We work within a wholistic, culturally safe framework that integrates Western clinical practice and Indigenous knowledge.

Role Overview:

The Family Physician is a core clinical provider at the Owen site. Working collaboratively with Nurse Practitioners, Traditional Practitioners, Elders, Mental Health clinicians, Nursing, and Social Services staff, the Physician provides comprehensive primary care across the lifespan for SOAHAC clients.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive primary care for SOAHAC clients, including health promotion, disease prevention, acute care, and chronic disease management.
• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, provide follow-up, and coordinate ongoing primary care for SOAHAC clients
• Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and other interdisciplinary providers within their respective scopes of practice.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions, case conferences, and integrated care planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with CPSO standards, organizational policies, and applicable privacy legislation (including PHIPA).
• Practice in a trauma-informed, culturally safe, and client-centered manner, recognizing the social determinants of health affecting Indigenous communities

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD) and Certification in Family Medicine (CCFP), or equivalent.
• Licence for Independent Practice, or eligibility, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).
• Experience working with Indigenous communities, community health centres, or underserved populations is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary, team-based model of care.
• Commitment to ongoing learning in Indigenous cultural safety, trauma-informed care, and anti-oppressive practice.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual PSA salary of $331,975 for 35 hours per week, pro-rated for part-time arrangements.
• Participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) – defined benefit pension.
• Comprehensive group benefits plan, including extended health and dental.
• SOAHAC provides paid vacation, cultural/spiritual leave, health and personal time in support of employee wellbeing, in accordance with organizational policies.

Start date is flexible and will be coordinated based on candidate availability and onboarding requirements.

Indigenous Hiring Preference

SOAHAC values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with Section 24 of the Ontario Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis).

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SOAHAC is recruiting for an existing vacancy. Canadian work experience is not required. SOAHAC may use digital, automated, or AI-enabled tools as part of our recruitment process. Applicants who are interviewed will be notified of our hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview. Recruitment records are retained in accordance with ESA requirements.