Family Physician

Manitoba Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 23,171,961; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization seeks a Family Physician for Norway House Hospital. Responsibilities include travel to provide care and strong health assessment skills are essential. Applicants must have qualifications such as CMPA membership and various advanced life support certifications. The role emphasizes independence, teamwork, and sensitivity to Indigenous cultures. Compensation aligns with Doctors Manitoba agreements.

Qualifications

• Must hold licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba, or be eligible.
• Current membership in the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA).

Responsibilities

• Physicians deploy from Winnipeg to community sites through chartered aircraft.
• Must demonstrate an appreciation of Indigenous worldviews and provide trauma-informed care.

Skills

Health assessment and clinical skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Collaborative interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Time management

Sensitivity to Indigenous worldviews

Education

Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba

Current membership in CMPA

ACLS certification

ATLS certification (within 6 months)

PALS certification (within 6 months)

NRP certification (within 6 months)

Indigenous cultural awareness course (within 6 months)

Job description

Family Physician 0.25-1.0 FTE – Norway House Hospital

Hourly Range: $237.32

On-call stipend, Meal per Diem and Additional Hours

Site Description:

Norway House Cree Nation: 812 kilometers north of Winnipeg

Population: Over 8,000

Physicians deploy from Winnipeg to community sites through chartered aircraft, Monday through Friday on rotational time frames.

Year‑round road access, approximately 9 hours’ drive each way. The Norway House Ferry is used to cross the Nelson Channel.

In‑province travel and accommodations covered by organization.

Possibly to travel with your family with 8 weeks’ notice; family travel expenses is the responsibility of the contractor.

Out‑of‑province travel paid with physicians holding 0.25 FTE (5–7 days monthly) or higher.

Out‑of‑province travel paid for locum providers with a commitment of 2 consecutive weeks (12 days).

Qualifications:

• Must hold licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba, or be eligible for licensure.
• Current membership in the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Certifications:

• Must have current Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) (within 6 months of hire)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (within 6 months of hire)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (within 6 months of hire)
• Indigenous cultural awareness course (within 6 months of hire)
• Manitoba Opioid Antagonist Therapy (OAT) course or equivalent is encouraged

Skills/Abilities

• Strong health assessment and clinical skills are required
• Excellent leadership, critical thinking and collaborative interpersonal skills
• Must be self‑motivated and able to work independently, working as a member of a health care team alongside extended practice nurses, paramedics and other allied professionals
• Must demonstrate an appreciation of Indigenous worldviews, cultures and be sensitive in providing anti‑racist, trauma‑informed care.
• Must be able to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible.
• Must possess a dependable, consistent and reliable work record, including attendance at work.

Compensation

Compensation is remunerated as per Doctors Manitoba

Northern Independent Contractor GP Agreement April 1 2023 - March 31 2027.