Physician, Central North Correctional Centre

Calian Group; Penetanguishene; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated physicians to join their team at a correctional facility in Ontario. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential primary care services to diverse populations, focusing on collaboration with an interdisciplinary health team. Physicians will engage in diagnosing and treating a variety of health issues, including mental health, chronic conditions, and addiction treatments. The position offers flexible hours and a premium hourly stipend, making it an attractive opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare. If you are committed to evolving best practices and improving patient outcomes, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Registered for Independent Practice in Family Medicine in Ontario.
• Experience in treating diverse populations and managing complex health issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care medical services to inmates with complex health issues.
• Perform physical examinations and document health records.

Skills

Family Medicine Practice

Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT)

Addictions Treatment

Mental Health Treatment

Chronic Care Management

Infectious Disease Management

Education

Registered with College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario

Malpractice Insurance Coverage

Job description

Position Overview

Calian is currently seeking physicians to work at the Central North Correctional Centre.

Working within an interdisciplinary health care team, the Physician will provide primary care medical services to marginalized and diverse populations within an Ontario correctional facility. This facility houses male and female inmates with complex health issues such as urgent, acute, chronic care, addiction and mental health issues.

Responsibilities will include performing physical examinations, reviewing and documenting health records, diagnosing and treating chronic and acute injuries and mental illness. A focus on collaboration with health team leads, specialists and community health providers is key in this role. Your knowledge will contribute to evolving healthcare best practices.

We are seeking physicians who can work regular weekday clinics (4 hours each) up to full-time hours. Offering a premium hourly stipend, plus 100% OHIP billings of a busy clinic schedule.

Qualifications

• Registered for Independent Practice in Family Medicine with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
• Malpractice insurance coverage with CMPA
• Valid OHIP billing number
• Physician must be able to provide Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) as per CPSO guidelines.
• Experience in withdrawal and addictions treatment (methadone/suboxone)
• Experience treating patients from marginalized and diverse populations
• Experience treating patients with mental health concerns
• Experience providing urgent or acute care
• Experience managing chronic and complex care
• Experience managing infectious diseases
  
  

Additional Requirements

• You must be able to obtain a Ministry of Ontario Security Clearance (which includes obtaining a new Vulnerable Sector Police Check)
  
  

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