Job Description

Our client in Fredericton is actively seeking a Pediatrician, with short term options available. Join a pediatric department that believes in collaboration, teamwork, research, medical education and excellence in clinical care.

The Department of Pediatric members are encouraged to be part of the medical education program affiliated with Dalhousie University and Memorial University Medical Schools and learners. Other opportunities to participate in medical education are available if desired.

EMPLOYER:

Our client is the largest regional health authority in New Brunswick and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada, operating 12 hospitals and more than 100 medical facilities, clinics and offices providing medical services ranging from acute care to community based health services to New Brunswick, northern Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. With 1,000 physicians, an annual budget exceeding $1 billion and approximately 13,000 employees, Horizon Health Network\'s strategic vision focuses on research, innovation and education.

JOB DUTIES:

These responsibilities are basic. Additional duties may be assigned from time to time as may be necessary to the operation:

Provide ambulatory care in a clinic setting.

Provide inpatient care as required and requested by the Clinical Department Head.

Practice in a collaborative fashion as a member of an interdisciplinary team and consult with members of other health professions as appropriate.

Participates in departmental medical education initiatives.

Provide on-call services during statutory holidays, evenings and weekends as part of the on-call schedule for the Department.

Participate in medical practice that is compatible with the Health Authority\'s mission, values and strategic directions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A medical degree is required.

Certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or American Board Certification in Pediatrics. In circumstances where no qualified Canadian trained applicants are available, equivalent certification may be considered as long as they qualify for licensure in the Province of New Brunswick.

Candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.

Proficiency in English is required. Bilingual skills would be considered an asset.

In accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-building skills.

Good attendance and work record.

Physically able to perform assigned duties.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:

Situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mik\'maq peoples, Fredericton is surrounded by the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river. Fredericton is a vibrant, culturally diverse city where you can enjoy the amenities of a large city and the charm of a small town. Fredericton is where nature lovers and urban go getters come together with year round recreational opportunities. Whether that is playing a round of golf on one of the 7 golf courses, walking, running or biking within our 140 KM multiuse trail system, playing tennis in our indoor or outdoor courts, skiing and snowboarding at Crabbe Mountain or visiting the beautiful Art Galleries including the world renown Beaverbrook Art Gallery, taking in live theatre at the Playhouse, being entertained by numerous festivals such as the Annual Music Festival and the Harvest Music Festival, Frostival in the winter months. Fredericton truly captures it all.

You can afford to live downtown or in forested rural communities and enjoy only a 15-minute commute, making it easy to enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Rated Canada\'s 2nd best city to live in, it is no surprise the friendly, nature-infused community has played a significant role in attracting a team-oriented group of innovated physicians and health care workers.

Interested candidates please contact or send CV to:
Rohini Patel
Physician Recruitment Consultant, New Brunswick Lead
CanAm Physician Recruiting Inc.
647-740-5081

CanAm Physician Recruiting