specialist physician
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Palliative Care Physician
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June 16, 2024
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NL Health Services
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Job Description Palliative Care PhysicianJob Location: Corner Brook, Newfoundland and LabradorJob Type: Part-time or Full-time Salaried, and LocumInternal or External: ExternalPost Date: 2024-05-16Close Date: Open until filledJob Category: MedicalPermanent Part-time or Full-time Salaried, and Locum OpportunitiesNewfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NLHS) - Western Zone is seeking the services of part-time or full-time salaried Palliative Care Physicians located in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador. There are also ongoing locum opportunities available. These positions will increase the physician complement from 2.0 FTE to 4.0 FTE positions covering Palliative Care services for the western region of Newfoundland and Labrador. Service provision includes a Palliative Care Unit; an outpatient and inpatient consultation service; support for the Chemotherapy Unit, specialty clinics, paramedicine and a home End of Life Program; and support and outreach for health care professionals throughout the region. The position includes clinical and administrative duties, including program and policy development and regional education. The successful physician must work in a team-based, patient-focused environment, and partner with all team members and allied health professionals.The Palliative Care Unit is based out of the Western Long Term Care Home. For a virtual tour of the Western Long Term Care Home, please visit the following link: https://youtu.be/FpKQ_i482NM This position is also based out of the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook. The hospital is a regional referral center for Western Newfoundland and provides services to a population base of approximately 78,000 people. Affiliated with Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador Medical School, the position includes mentoring medical learners.Required Qualifications: Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (CPSNL), CCFP or FRCP certified, and satisfy Western Health's credentialing requirements. Preferred qualifications:Fellowship in Palliative Medicine and/or Board Certification with the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine and/or a Certificate of Added Competence in Palliative Care. Prior experience with a PC specialty service would be an asset.Hours of Work: 40 hours weekly plus 1 in 4 on-call obligationsRemuneration: Available on request, as per the MOACorner Brook is a vibrant and active community. Enjoy living in a fabulous setting with exceptional skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, kayaking, salmon fishing and much more on Newfoundland's beautiful West Coast! Corner Brook is located a short driving distance from a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Gros Morne National Park. If you are interested in this position and you are seeking a rewarding career with a high quality of life for you and your family, please respond. Visit the following websites for additional information on the City of Corner Brook and the province of Newfoundland and Labrador:www.cornerbrook.comwww.newfoundlandlabrador.com Western Health values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.A resume, supporting documentation and the names of three references are required. Applicants who do not provide the necessary documentation as outlined on this job posting will not be considered.Interested applicants are asked to apply through eRecruit. Please visit the Careers page on Western Health's website for more information.Recruiter Name: Kent AitkenFor specific inquiries please contact: kent.aitken@westernhealth.nl.ca
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LocationCorner Brook, NL
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Part time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CareerBeacon
#2053753
Advertised until
2024-07-16
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