Stroke Neurologist

Horizon Health Network; Saint John; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Stroke Neurologist to join their dynamic team in the Saint John area. This full-time position involves delivering critical inpatient and outpatient services, specializing in stroke care. The ideal candidate will collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals, participate in a teaching clinic, and contribute to the provincial neurology on-call system. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact patient care while being part of a supportive and inclusive environment. The Saint John area boasts a rich history and vibrant community, making it an excellent place to live and work.

Qualifications

• Must have a medical degree and certification in Neurology.
• Bilingual skills are an asset but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient services specializing in strokes.
• Participate in the provincial neurology and telestroke on call system.

Skills

Stroke Neurology

Inpatient Care

Ambulatory Care

Consultation Skills

Bilingual Skills

Education

Medical Degree

Certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Fellowship Training in Stroke Neurology

Job description

This is the life-changing opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Horizon Health Network, Saint John area (Region 2), is actively seeking a permanent full-time Stroke Neurologist. The Physician will deliver appropriate inpatient and outpatient services in the field of Neurology, specializing in strokes.

The physician will participate in the provincial neurology and telestroke on call system. The physician will participate in the Division of Neurology schedule for inpatient and Emergency Medicine consultations. Other duties may be determined by the Division of Neurology within the Department of Medicine.

Neurologists are encouraged to be part of the teaching program affiliated with Dalhousie University Medical School and Memorial University Medical School postgraduate program and teaching in the undergraduate program at Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick. Information regarding faculty appointments is available upon request. Physicians are also encouraged to be part of the research program.

Why you should work here

The Saint John area offers you a broad range of affordable housing options, from heritage properties to executive homes within the city and in nearby Kennebecasis Valley. Saint John, a booming harbor city is Canada's oldest incorporated city (1785) and home to the country's oldest museum and farmers' market. For spouses and families, there are excellent employment and educational prospects. The nearby towns and villages, such as St. Stephen, Sussex, and Grand Manan, provide a diverse selection of recreational and sport activities that appeal to all age groups.

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is proud of its dedicated team of health care professionals who are focused on delivering safe and quality care to our patients, clients, families and communities. Horizon is a great place to work, as people are the heart of our organization, and the success of Horizon is a direct result of our employees’ dedication, professionalism, and commitment.

Horizon is the largest regional health authority – and one of the largest employers – in New Brunswick, and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada. Our leadership and health care providers are experts in diverse areas of health and community services and provide services to a half a million people.

Who You Are

• A medical degree is required.
• Certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as Specialist Neurology or US equivalent, with additional Fellowship training in Stroke Neurology.
• Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required at an advanced level. Bilingual skills would be considered an asset.

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Neurology Division Head and the Medical Director for the area, the Physician collaborates with other Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, and other Allied Medical Staff to provide: Additional duties may be assigned from time to time as may be necessary to the operation of Horizon Health Network:

• Provide ambulatory care in a teaching clinic setting.
• Provide inpatient care including rounds on patients.
• Provide consultations to hospital-based patients as requested by attending staff.
• Provide on-call services during statutory holidays, evenings and weekends as part of the on-call schedule of the provincial service.
• Participate in medical practice that is compatible with the Health Authority’s mission, values and strategic directions.

Interested? Apply Today!

To learn more, visit MyHorizonCareer.ca/physicians or email [e-mail]. Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.