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About the Role

Nova Scotia Health's Mental Health and Addictions Program is seeking compassionate and collaborative physicians to join interdisciplinary teams at the North Sydney Recovery Support Centre (RSC) and Opioid Recovery Program (ORP) and at the Sydney RSC and co-located Inpatient Withdrawal Management (IWM) service. These positions provide evidence-informed Addiction Medicine care within multiple sites including RSCs, ORPs, and an IWM service. The physician will work as part of experienced interdisciplinary teams committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered addiction care. This is an excellent opportunity for a physician seeking meaningful work within an innovative, team-based Addiction Medicine programs.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive Addiction Medicine assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management.
Make pharmacotherapeutic recommendations as part of an integrated care plan.
Develop an initial case formulation, establish goals of care, and collaborate with patients, families (where appropriate), and the interdisciplinary teams.
Provide ongoing monitoring and follow-up for patients receiving addiction treatment.
Work collaboratively with primary care providers, hospital services, community partners and other MHAP services to ensure continuity of care.
Facilitate referrals and connections to additional health and community supports.
Provide trauma-informed, culturally safe and recovery-oriented care that promotes patient autonomy and engagement.
Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions and quality improvement initiatives.
Participate in a provincial telephone-based on call responsibilities.
Provide occasional clinical support to other RSC and ORP sites within EZ as operationally required.
Operate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority.

Requirements

Hold a current medical license issued by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS) or be eligible for licensure.
Hold or be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC).
Hold or be eligible to obtain, active medical staff privileges with Nova Scotia Health.
Medical liability protection, malpractice insurance or other form of indemnity (liability protection) in the manner and amount required by the Registrar (such as coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association).
Certification in Addiction Medicine through the College of Family Physicians of Canada or another recognized certifying body is considered an asset.
Experience in providing care for people living with substance use health concerns is considered an asset.

Skills

Addiction Medicine

Location

North Sydney
Sydney
Eastern Zone

Work Type

Permanent Full- or Part-Time
Weekday daytime hours
Flexible scheduling

Experience Level

Experienced addiction medicine physician
Interested in expanding expertise

Education Level

Certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
Certification in Addiction Medicine

Salary/Compensations

CAD 306955 - CAD 332200 - yearly

Benefits

Comprehensive physician orientation and mentorship
A collaborative interdisciplinary practice environment
Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities
Health and dental
EMR grants
Funded locum coverage
Physician wellness supports
CME funding
Locum coverage where applicable
Parental leave

About the Company

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada.
We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centers, and community-based programs we operate across the province.
Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.
Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health provides orientation, mentorship and ongoing clinical support for physicians who wish to develop expertise in Addiction Medicine.
As the largest urban area on Cape Breton Island and the island’s historical capital, Sydney is the perfect mix of urban charm and down-home hospitality.
This small city offers a blend of rich cultural heritage and contemporary living set against the backdrop of Cape Breton Island’s rugged landscapes.
Residents enjoy a range of amenities, from local markets and shops to cultural events that celebrate Cape Breton’s music and traditions.
Sydney is a place where the past meets the present, offering residents and visitors a warm and welcoming atmosphere enriched by its maritime legacy and the stunning natural beauty that surrounds it.
Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement.
Physicians are increasingly attracted to team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers.
The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system.
The Physician Recruitment Team at Nova Scotia Health lives and works in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people.
We are dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion, and truth and reconciliation, and we are working to support medical communities that are reflective of and responsive to the diverse populations they serve in Nova Scotia.
We welcome physicians from diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us in building healthier, more equitable communities across the province.

Equal Opportunity

We are dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion, and truth and reconciliation, and we are working to support medical communities that are reflective of and responsive to the diverse populations they serve in Nova Scotia.
We welcome physicians from diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us in building healthier, more equitable communities across the province.