About this role
Yarmouth Regional Hospital is seeking a full-time Obstetrician/Gynecologist. Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come.
Responsibilities
full scope of practice as an obstetrician/gynecologist providing care to the patients within Western Zoneparticipating in call and able to respond to urgent matters within 20 minutes of being calledprovide support to your own site but also to others in the Western Zone if required, which will include day-time coverage and occasional overnight/weekend coverageresponsible to the Zone Department Head for Obstetrics & Gynecologist for their professional responsibilities and quality of practiceOperate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority. Participate in quality improvement and evaluation activities.Expected Hours
Permanent Full-Time37.5 hours/week46 of 52 weeks/yearOn Call Participation - 1:4Remuneration
$451,604 CAD AnnuallyAlternative Payment Plan (APP) - Specialty on-call stipends and other incentives are available through the Physician Agreement between the Province of Nova Scotia and Doctors Nova Scotia.Incentives
Nova Scotia Health offers a variety of incentives designed to relieve some of the pressure, cost, and difficulty that comes with relocation.
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Benefits
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package including health and dental, EMR grants, funded locum coverage, CME funding, parental leave, physician advisors and more!
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Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Yarmouth Regional Hospital (YRH) was originally founded in 1912 and has developed into a vast health care complex serving the 60,000 people of Shelburne, Yarmouth, and Digby Counties. Located in Yarmouth, YRH has 124 inpatient beds and provides a range of primary and secondary services through in-patient, outpatient and satellite programs.
Yarmouth Regional Hospital
All applicants must be eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS). Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA), or proof of alternative coverage. Community Details
Acadian culture and life by the sea intersect in the Town of Yarmouth, located on the southwestern tip of Nova Scotia. From the grand sea captains’ homes that line the streets and fishing boats in the harbour, to the fresh seafood served up at local restaurants and the lively waterfront, Yarmouth is a quintessential seaside town. Yarmouth offers a blend of historical charm, coastal beauty and a welcoming community spirit. The town’s proximity to the Bay of Fundy and the Atlantic Ocean provides residents with access to scenic coastal landscapes and outdoor activities.
Yarmouth - More than Medicine - Healthcare Jobs in Nova Scotia, Canada
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.