Family Medicine - Halifax-North End Community Health Centre

Company Description

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, delivering care through hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come.

Job Description

North End Community Health Centre (NECHC) is seeking a part-time Family Physician (0.2–0.7 FTE) to join our collaborative, community-based primary care team with the Mobile Outreach Street Health (MOSH) program.

This is an in-person position providing both clinic-based and community outreach care to clients of MOSH and the Harm Reduction Programs. We have a strong preference for physicians who are comfortable working within a harm-reduction framework and who have experience in addiction medicine, as this is an important component of the population we serve. Addiction medicine mentorship is available for physicians who would benefit from additional support and development in this area.

Collaborative, Team-Based Care

NECHC and MOSH operate within a multidisciplinary model that supports comprehensive, patient-centred care. The team includes:

• Family physicians and nurse practitioners
• Registered nurses and foot care nurses
• Shared-care mental health professionals
• Occupational therapists, social worker, physiotherapist and dietician
• Health care managers
• Administrative and billing support staff

Across the Primary Care Clinic and MOSH, the current physician and nurse practitioner group includes six part-time family physicians, one full-time family physician, two full-time nurse practitioners, a social worker, and four part-time nurse practitioners.

Medical students and other learners are regularly present in the clinic, providing opportunities for physicians who are interested in teaching, supervision, and mentorship.

Physician Support and Work-Life Balance

We offer a well-supported practice environment with:

• Administrative support, including five front-office staff, an office manager, and dedicated billing support
• Coverage for planned physician absences through MOSH
• APP contract with no overhead
• A predictable schedule designed to support a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional development and addiction medicine mentorship
• The opportunity to provide meaningful care to an underserved and diverse community

This is an excellent opportunity for a family physician who values collaborative practice, harm reduction, community-based care, and continuity with patients who experience barriers to accessing traditional health care.

We welcome physicians interested in contributing to an innovative, multidisciplinary model of primary care while working alongside an experienced and supportive team

Responsibilities

• provide comprehensive, full-scope primary health care to practice patients of all ages and stages of health and illness
• maintain timely and accurate patient records using a provincially approved electronic medical record (EMR)
• participate in quality improvement, practice evaluation, and other activities that support the delivery of safe, effective, patient-centered care
• attend regular physician and team meetings
• comply with the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, policies, and professional standards of Nova Scotia Health
• partake in continuing medical education (CME) and professional development opportunities 
• participate in teaching of medical learners

Expected Hours

• Full-time Equivalency: 0.7 
• Clinic is open Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm

Remuneration

• APP Funding

Incentives 

Eligible physicians may qualify for recruitment incentives, relocation support and site visit reimbursement through Nova Scotia Health and the Province of Nova Scotia. View Incentive Details Here

Benefits 

Successful candidates may be eligible for a benefits package through Doctors Nova Scotia including health and dental, EMR grants, CME funding, parental leave, and physician advisors. Visit Doctors Nova Scotia for more information. 

Province of Nova Scotia offers funded locum coverage and the Physician Retirement Fund matching program. 

Qualifications

• all applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
• all applicants must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
• membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Additional Information

Facility Information

Learn more about the North End Community Health Centre here. 

Community Details

Halifax is the capital city of Nova Scotia and the largest city in eastern Canada.  It’s home to eight universities and colleges, national and international corporate offices, and every urban lifestyle attraction a resident or visitor could desire. A safe and lively city, Halifax is where a diversity of people gathers to work, eat, drink, shop and celebrate.  

Central Halifax is characterized by a mix of historic and modern architecture, reflecting the city's evolution over centuries.  At the foot of the city’s downtown, where it meets the harbour, the waterfront boardwalk is an urban pedestrian playground of restaurants, pubs, shops, cafes, public art beer gardens, and historic sites. Nature enthusiasts are also drawn to Halifax for its proximity to scenic beauty. Exploring the city's parks and green spaces provides a tranquil respite from urban life. 

Practicing in Nova Scotia

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. 

Building a Diverse Workforce

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.