Job Description

Requisition ID: 143339

Opportunity Type: Permanent

Estimated Annual Salary: 350,000 - 400,000

Type of Remuneration: FFS - Fee For Service

Site Visit & Reallocation Allowance Programs: Relocation Program; Site Visit Program

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About the Opportunity

The Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH) orthopedic surgery group is seeking a full-time orthopedic surgeon with a specialty in knee surgery and sports medicine to do both arthroplasty and sports related knee surgery. The successful candidate would be expected to participate in general orthopedic trauma call (1 in 5 days) and daytime general orthopedic trauma surgery blocks.

CBRH opened its door to patients in 1995. Now, it is the second largest acute care facility in Nova Scotia that serves more than 200,000 patients a year. It is part of a four-hospital complex that also includes Glace Bay, New Waterford Consolidated, and Northside General Hospitals. Located in the historic town of Sydney, CBRH has 162 acute care beds, 36 emergency beds, 23 intermediate and critical care beds, 40 maternal child beds, 52 mental health and addiction beds, and nine palliative care beds. The hospital provides a range of primary and secondary services through in-patient, outpatient, and community-based programs.

Responsibilities

• Duties include full scope of practice as an orthopedic surgeon providing care to patients within the Eastern Zone and participating in call.
• The physician will be responsible to the Zone Department Head of Surgery for their professional responsibilities and quality of practice and will operate within the Medical Staff Bylaws of the Nova Scotia Health Authority.

Expected Hours

• Full Time
• On call requirement

Qualifications

• eligible for licensure with the

(CPSNS) * eligible for certification with the
(RCPSC) * membership with the
(CMPA)

Community Details

is the historic capital of and largest urban centre on the island. From the harbourfront boardwalk complete with buskers and visiting cruise ships to the world's largest fiddle, Sydney will be sure to charm you! Physicians and their families build rewarding lives and careers in Cape Breton; see for yourself, here! It is in convenient proximity to all the major attractions on the Island like the world-famous , , the in the beautiful village of , and 6 amazing golf courses! You will find an island of magnificent natural beauty yet very modern. We have a full array of shops, restaurants, services, entertainment and amenities. In addition, the region remains young and vibrant as it is home to
Music is a large part of our Scottish cultural background. is surrounded by many smaller communities, each one offering its own uniqueness to an interested person. Here, kitchen parties are a way of life and you're never too far from the beautiful that inspired the region's first immigrants to name the province New Scotland. You will experience the view of a lifetime around every corner and surround yourself with the friendliest people in every community. Hike, cycle, swim, golf - all in an almost unreal beauty.
Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer 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. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine.

Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer 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. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.