Ophthalmology Yarmouth

Yarmouth Regional Hospital is seeking a full-time Ophthalmologist.  Join Nova Scotias thriving healthcare ecosystem where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative compassionate care for generations to come.

Responsibilities

• Work as a full scope of practice ophthalmologist to provide care to the patients within the Western Zone providing general ophthalmic care for medical glaucoma retina cornea uveitis low vision lids and cataracts
• Support the Nova Scotia Health Authority in advancing the delivery of specialty care by liaising with the applicable staff within the zone and province
• Provide consultation support to the Western Zone which includes day-time coverage and occasional overnight/weekend coverage
• Be accountable to the patient population in the Western Zone by providing care to the local population 
• Be responsible to the Zone Surgery Department Head for their professional responsibilities and quality of practice
• Operate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority

Expected Hours

• 37.5 hours per week

Remuneration

• To be determined

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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Learn more about Yarmouth Regional Hospital here!

Qualifications :

• All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS). 
• All specialists must be certified with Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) 
• Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) 

Additional Information :

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 towns proximity to the Bay of Fundy and the Atlantic Ocean provides residents with access to scenic coastal landscapes and outdoor activities.  

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Practicing in Nova Scotia

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