Family Physician - Canso

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Canso; On-site; CAD 365,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-time physician opportunity is available in Canso, Nova Scotia, with potential for research and teaching roles. The position involves providing comprehensive patient care and participating in community health initiatives. The local hospital supports a collaborative healthcare environment, promoting work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Relocation Program

Site Visit Program

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
• Eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients within the eastern zone as a family physician.
• Participate in call duties and maintain professional responsibilities.

Skills

Patient Care

Team-Based Care

Education

Licensure with CPSNS

Certification with CFPC

Membership with CMPA

Job description

Requisition ID: 45501

Opportunity Type: Permanent

Estimated Annual Salary: 365,000

Type of Remuneration: LFM - Longitudinal Family Medicine

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

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The community of Canso has an opportunity for one full-time physician. There is potential to engage in research and/or teaching positions with Dalhousie University, if interested. The local community hospital, Eastern Memorial Hospital, serves the population in eastern Guysborough County. The nearest regional hospital, St. Martha's Regional Hospital, is approximately 130 kilometres from Canso. The compensation model for the position is an alternate payment plan (APP). The family practice office is community-owned and staffed with administrative support.

Responsibilities

1. Perform the full scope of practice as a family physician, providing care to patients within the eastern zone and participating in call duties.
2. Be responsible to the Zone Department Head of Family Practice for professional responsibilities and quality of practice, operating within the Medical Staff Bylaws of the Nova Scotia Health Authority.

Expected Hours

• Full-time
• Part-time
• Flexible scheduling

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)
• Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Community Details

The community of Canso is located on the northeastern part of mainland Nova Scotia near Chedabucto Bay. Within the District of Guysborough, Canso offers scenic coastal beauty and access to trail systems for outdoor activities.

Physicians in Nova Scotia enjoy fulfilling patient care opportunities that embrace family life, professional development, and community involvement. The province promotes team-based care, enabling consultation with peers, and offers strong connections across the healthcare system, enriching both practice and life. Nova Scotia is more than medicine.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to a workforce free of discrimination, valuing diversity and representing the communities served. Our priority groups include Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities, and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are encouraged to self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.