Locum Family Physician

NorWest Community Health Centres; Longlac; On-site; CAD 206,000 - 251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Airfare reimbursement

Vehicle rental reimbursement

Gas receipts reimbursement

Job summary

NorWest Community Health Centres in Longlac, Ontario, seeks a temporary Locum Family Physician to provide comprehensive primary care in a bilingual community. You will join an interdisciplinary team with physicians, NPs, nurses, and allied staff, delivering patient-centred care with longer appointments and lower patient volumes.

This six-month locum features no on-call, no ER or inpatient duties, and includes travel reimbursement through the Ontario Health program; airfare, vehicle rental and

Qualifications

• Medical degree and Family Medicine residency from a recognized university.
• Current CPSO license and CMPA membership.
• Experience in hospital, community, and/or public health settings is an asset.
• Commitment to health equity and northern practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care to clients and their families within an interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver patient-centred care with longer appointment times and lower patient volumes.
• Contribute to health promotion, harm reduction, education, and disease prevention.

Skills

Bilingual (English/French)

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a

Education

Medical degree and Family Medicine residency

CPSO license

CMPA membership

Experience in hospital/community/public health settings

Commitment to northern practice and health equity

Job description

Family Physician

Locum Opportunity (6-month)

Longlac Site

No On-Call, ER, In Patient Care, Evenings or Weekends!

One of a network of provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care, prevention programs and services.

We are currently seeking a temporary Locum Family Physician to serve our growing client population in the family friendly bilingual community in our Longlac site. As a valued member of the interdisciplinary care team, you will provide comprehensive primary care to clients and their families within a model that emphasizes health promotion, harm reduction, education, disease prevention, and client empowerment. Our Longlac team is comprised of Physician, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Dietitian, Community Health Workers and Administrative support staff.

Practising at NorWest Community Health Centres offers a unique opportunity to deliver patient-centred care with longer appointment times and lower patient volumes than many traditional primary care settings, allowing physicians to build meaningful relationships with clients and provide holistic, high-quality care.

The hourly pay range for this position is $149.560 to $182.403 per hour, or $1046.92 to $1276.82 per 7-hour workday, plus one travel day.

We do not use AI to screen resumes.

Airfare, vehicle rental and gas receipts are reimbursed through Ontario Health Northern Specialist Program.

Location/Directions/Description:

Located on the shores of Long Lake in Northwestern Ontario, Longlac is a welcoming bilingual community of approximately 1,300 residents. Situated approximately 300 km east of Thunder Bay, Longlac is conveniently located between Toronto and Winnipeg, and just 30 minutes from Geraldton. The community offers a family-friendly lifestyle, access to essential amenities, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, making it an ideal location for those seeking the benefits of northern living.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Medical degree and Family Medicine residency from a recognized university.
• Current CPSO license and CMPA membership.
• Experience in hospital, community, and/or public health settings, is an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to, and knowledge of, northern practice and community-based health care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Awareness of, and sensitivity to, health issues affecting populations who may face barriers to accessing care, including individuals who are underhoused, living with mental health challenges, current or past substance use, complex health histories, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, newcomers, and uninsured individuals.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals who are vulnerably housed.
• Commitment to health equity and addressing the social determinants of health.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

This position remains open until filled.

Full Covid-19 vaccination verification required, subject to any contraindications that are medicallysupported.

NorWest Community Health Centres is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free workplace. We provide accommodation throughout all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and 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.