Pediatrician Maternity Leave
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Posted on:
31-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Truro Pediatrics Clinic is seeking a 0.8 FTE Pediatrician for a Maternity Leave from January 12 2026 to January 12 2027. Join Nova Scotias thriving healthcare ecosystem where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative compassionate care for generations to come.
Responsibilities
Duties include full scope of practice as a pediatrician providing care to patients within the Northern zone and participating in call.
The physician will be responsible to the Zone Department Head of Women and Childrens Services for their professional responsibilities and quality of practice and will operate within the Medical Staff Bylaws of the Nova Scotia Health Authority.
Our department is full-service Pediatrics and does require neonatal resuscitation and stabilization for transport which at times can happen quickly and other times could be up to 24 hours. It also covers consults in the ER including attending trauma with pediatric patients. Pediatric primary care is primarily done by family physicians in the community.
- Provide care and coordination of community-based care and secondary and tertiary level health care.
- Operate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority.
- Participate in quality improvement and evaluation activities.
Expected Hours
- Commensurate with 0.8 FTE
- on call (1:4)
Remuneration
- Remuneration amount - $343521 annually based on a 1.0 FTE
- remuneration type - APP
- Physician Agreement programs and funding 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.
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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Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Colchester East Hants Health Centre opened its doors to patients in 2012. Located in Truro it serves as the main acute care facility for the residents of Colchester and East Hants Counties serving a population of approximately 75000. Rooted in community support the health centre has 122 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of inpatient outpatient and satellite services.
- 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.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support(BCLS)
Additional Information :
Community Details
Truro is a large vibrant town known for its historic charm cultural richness and strategic location. Known as the Hub of Nova Scotia the towns central location makes it a vital transportation and commercial centre contributing to its dynamic atmosphere. With a history dating back to the 18th century Truros beautiful downtown area is adorned with well-preserved Victorian architecture and thriving with unique shops and dining.
Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life professional development and community involvement. Thats 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 Mikmaki the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mikmaq 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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Customer Service
- eClinicalWorks
- ICU Experience
- Primary Care Experience
- Medical office experience
- Suturing
- Pediatrics Experience
- Pharmacy Residency
- Administrative Experience
- Epic
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