Thoracic Surgeon

HealthCareCAN; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Statutory holidays

Leave & benefits package

RRSP

Insurance (health/dental/vision/life)

EFAP

Job summary

HealthCareCAN seeks a Thoracic Surgeon to join teams across Newfoundland and Labrador. Role includes surgical care of inpatients, outpatient management, and shared on-call duties, in a supportive, multidisciplinary setting.

Relocation assistance and signing incentives up to $275,000 may be available, with flexible compensation models and opportunities for impactful, community-focused care.

Qualifications

• Hold an MD degree and be eligible for licensure with CPSNL.
• Certification by RCPSC in General Surgery or Cardiac with a Thoracic subspecialty.
• Pass credentialing requirements of NL Health Services including background checks.
• Demonstrate professionalism, collaboration and patient‑centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical care for inpatients within the Thoracic Surgery service.
• Deliver outpatient care in Ambulatory Clinics and follow-up visits.
• Participate in on-call duties shared with the Division of Thoracic Surgery.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and allied health professionals to support patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Education

MD (Medical Degree)

CPSNL licensure eligibility

RCPSC certification (General Surgery or Cardiac with Thoracic subspecialty)

Job description

Thoracic Surgeon in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Discover Thoracic Surgery at the Edge of the Atlantic

Imagine practicing Thoracic Surgery where your commute might include an ocean sunrise, where your patients are also your neighbours, and where adventure lives just outside your front door.

Welcome to Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada’s most easterly province – a place where healthcare professionals are trusted leaders, advocates, and community builders. Here, your skills matter deeply, your work is truly appreciated, and your impact is felt every day.

Relocation assistance and signing incentives up to $275,000 for a return-in-service may be available!

Why Newfoundland and Labrador?

Whether you picture yourself in a busy regional center or a close-knit rural community, you will find a lifestyle that is full of heart, nature, and possibility:

• Unparalleled access to nature – beachcombing, fishing, kayaking, hiking, berry picking, and more just steps from your door
• Safe, family-friendly communities with excellent schools, low crime rates, and a strong sense of belonging
• Tight-knit, welcoming communities that greet you with a warm smile and open arms

Here, healthcare professionals are our trusted leaders and neighbours. Their perseverance and commitment to the people of our province are truly extraordinary.

If you are looking to grow your career in a place with adventure around every corner, then let’s put on the kettle and have a chat!

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Thoracic Surgeon to join our healthcare teams across Newfoundland and Labrador. This is an opportunity to build a deeply meaningful, diverse, and rewarding practice, including:

• Working with the Thoracic Surgery and Respiratory Division
• A clinical workload consisting of the surgical care of inpatients, including but not limited to consultations, surgery, and follow-up visits
• Outpatient care in Ambulatory Care Clinics
• On-call commitment will be shared with the other physicians in the Division of Thoracic Surgery and Respiratory Division

You will collaborate with other physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, with access to regional support and telehealth services that help you feel connected and supported in your practice.

Qualifications

To be considered, you must:

• Hold a Medical Degree (MD)
• Be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (CPSNL)
• Certification by the Royal College Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification in General Surgery or Cardiac (or equivalent) and subspecialty in Thoracic surgery
• Satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services, including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
• Demonstrate a strong record of professionalism, collaboration, and patient care

International applicants are welcome!

Expedited licensure pathways may be available for individuals who have completed their postgraduate training program in the United States and hold current American Board Certification in their respective discipline.

New licensure pathways are available for physicians trained in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.

Remuneration is competitive and in accordance with the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association (NLMA) Memorandum of Agreement and MCP Fee Schedule.

We offer flexible compensation models, including salaried and fee-for-service options.

• Competitive salary based on years of clinical experience
• On-call compensation is billable to provincial MCP
• 20 days of annual leave
• Nine paid statutory holidays
• Sick, family, and parental leave
• Employer-sponsored RRSP
• Group insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Alongside our competitive salaries and great benefits, we have generous incentives in place, offering up to $275,000 to recognize your passion, dedication, and contributions to our province.

Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association Memorandum of Agreement: NLMA MOA

Locum opportunities may be available. Contact us for more information.

In accordance with Canadian Employment and Immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. NL Health Services hire on the basis of merit and are committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to submit an expression of interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.