Physician- Longlac - Locum

MTW Employment Services; Longlac; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community health organization is seeking a dedicated Family Physician to join their team in a vibrant bilingual community. This role offers the opportunity to provide meaningful care with longer appointment times and lower patient volumes, allowing for a focus on health promotion and education. The position is designed for those passionate about community health, with a commitment to serving diverse populations facing barriers to care. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a multidisciplinary team and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families in the area. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to contribute to health equity and community wellness.

Benefits

Travel reimbursement

Comfortable housing provided

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Medical degree and family residency required.
• Experience in hospital and community settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to clients and families emphasizing health promotion.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to enhance community health.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to work independently

Commitment to health equity

Sensitivity to health issues

Education

Medical Degree

Family Residency

Tools

Telemedicine equipment

PS Suites for Electronic Client Records

Job description

99 Skinner Ave, Longlac, ON P0T 2A0, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Family Physician – Longlac Site

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 Family Physician, who as a valuable member of the Community Health Centre team, will provide care to clients and their families within a care model which emphasizes health promotion/education and empowerment. Practicing at NorWest CHC’s provides longer appointment times and lower patient volumes than many other primary care settings. A minimum of five days is requested for a locum period.

Comfortable housing is provided a close distance to the Centre.

$1,156 per 7 hour day plus one travel day.

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

Location/Directions/Description

Longlac is a three-and-a-half-hour drive (320 km's) east of Thunder Bay halfway between Toronto and Winnipeg on the shore of Long Lake a half hour from Geraldton and two hours from Hearst.

• A population of 1,700, Longlac is a family friendly bilingual community offering many outdoor leisure activities for a healthy family living lifestyle.
• A Multidisciplinary Team: 1 Physician, 2 Nurse Practitioners, 3 RN’s, 1 Dietitian, Community Health Workers, Lab Assistant, Community Nutrition Worker and Administrative Support Staff. Telemedicine equipment on site. Courtesy Privileges for diagnostic tests ordered through Geraldton District Hospital – half hour away. Ambulance base located next door to the health Centre. PS Suites for Electronic Client Records.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Medical degree and family residency from a recognized university.
• CPSO license and member of CMPA.
• Experience in a combination of hospital and community settings and/or public health.
• Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of Northern practice and community base health care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to health issues particularly within populations who face barriers to accessing care (under housed, living with mental health challenges or diagnoses, current or past substance use, complex health histories, 2SLGBTQI+, newcomers, non-insured).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals who are vulnerably housed.
• Commitment to health equity/social determinants of health.

This position will remain open until filled.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and three work reference contacts with your online application. Cover letters can be addressed to:

Debbie Inman, Manager of Human Resources CHRL

NWCHC’s is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

99 Skinner Ave, Longlac, ON P0T 2A0, Canada