Orthopedic Surgeon

Nova Scotia Healthcare System; New Glasgow; On-site; CAD 525,000 - 604,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, is seeking a full-time Orthopedic Surgeon to join an established team. The role includes a full scope of practice in orthopedics, participation in on-call shifts, and competitive remuneration based on clinical output. The ideal candidate should have relevant certifications and a commitment to advancing patient care in the community.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

CME funding

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Certified orthopedic surgeon with experience in general orthopedics and trauma call.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care as a full-scope orthopedic surgeon.
• Participate in on-call shifts.
• Support advancements in orthopedic surgery care.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Trauma care

Primary hip and knee arthroplasty

Sports medicine

Education

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification

Eligibility for licensure with CPSNS

Job description

Aberdeen Hospital in New Glasgow is seeking a full-time Orthopedic Surgeon. Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative compassionate care for generations to come.

We are seeking a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certified orthopedic surgeon to join the team of six to fill a 1.0 full‑time equivalency (FTE). The successful candidate will share the on‑call rotation, existing OR allocation at Aberdeen Hospital fracture clinic and Hip & Knee clinic.

The practice is general orthopedics and trauma call. An interest in primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty, foot and ankle and / or sports medicine interest will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• work as a full scope of practice orthopedic surgeon providing care to the patients within Northern Zone
• participate in call shifts
• support Nova Scotia Health in advancing the delivery of orthopedic surgery care by liaising with the applicable staff within the zone and province
• be accountable to the patient population in Northern Zone by providing clinics
• responsible to the Zone Surgery Department Head (or delegate) and Zone Medical Executive Director (ZMED) for their professional responsibilities and quality of practice
• Provide care and coordination of community‑based care and secondary and tertiary level health care.
• Operate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority.
• Participate in quality improvement and evaluation activities.

Expected Hours

• Permanent Full‑Time
• 1 : 6 on call coverage

Remuneration

• Remuneration amount – Approximately $525,000 per year depends solely on your own clinical output
• Remuneration type – FFS
• Physician Agreement Doctors Nova Scotia

Incentives

Nova Scotia Health offers a variety of incentives designed to relieve some of the pressure cost and difficulty that comes with relocation.

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Benefits

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package including health and dental EMR grants, funded locum coverage, CME funding, parental leave, physician advisors and more!

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Aberdeen Hospital

Aberdeen Hospital (AH) originally founded in 1895 and located in the historic town of New Glasgow is the regional acute care facility serving residents of Pictou County.

Completed in 2017 the emergency department at AH underwent an extensive redevelopment to improve the layout and workflow of the existing space. All rooms are equipped with critical care equipment and the 25,000 square‑foot space features two isolation rooms and specialty rooms including triage rooms and two trauma bays with direct access to the helipad. The Level 2 emergency department provides 24/7 access to emergency services.

AH offers a wide range of primary and secondary services through inpatient, outpatient and community‑based services and programs.

Requirements

• All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS).
• Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) or proof of alternative coverage.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).

Additional Information

Community Details

New Glasgow

New Glasgow has forged itself into the metropolitan hub of the Northumberland Shore. The town's location on the East River made it an ideal launch point for ships that were once built here, a booming industry in days gone by. Today the East River is a scenic backdrop for numerous multi‑use trails that run alongside it.

The town's downtown area is characterized by well‑preserved Victorian architecture housing a mix of boutiques, cafés, and local shops. The town is surrounded by natural beauty, offering outdoor activities like kayaking and scenic walks along the waterfront trails.

in Nova Scotia

Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care that embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team‑based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allow for better connections across the health‑care system. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine.

Building a Diverse Workforce

The Physician Recruitment Team at Nova Scotia Health lives and works in Mikmaki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mikmaq people. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion, truth and reconciliation, and we are working to support medical communities that are reflective of and responsive to the diverse populations they serve in Nova Scotia. We welcome physicians from diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us in building healthier, more equitable communities across the province.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time

Key Skills

• Business, Horticulture, Liaison, FMCG, Back Office

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1