GeriatricianCare of the Elderly
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Job Summary
Work collaboratively with our established multidisciplinary Seniors Clinic team to provide comprehensive geriatric care to patients aged 65 years and older with a particular focus on frail older adults.
Responsibilities
- Operate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority.
- Services will be delivered through consultation in the following areas:
- Inpatient Geriatrics and Pre-operative Geriatric Optimization at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre (Truro NS).
- Outpatient office-based geriatric consultations for community-dwelling older adults at the Rath Eastlink Community Centre (Truro NS) provided in person and/or virtually. This includes case reviews and collaborative support with Geriatric clinicians and at times when appropriate patient home visits
- Consultative services to long-term care facilities throughout Colchester County.
- The candidate will also participate in a shared on-call schedule providing telephone consultation to primary care providers managing older adults in community long-term care and acute care settings within the Northern Zone. On-call coverage is provided weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Expected Hours
1 year effective May 19 2026 through May 17 2027
Full-time hours (1.0 FTE). 37.5 hours per week consisting of 0.8 FTE clinical service delivery and 0.2 FTE dedicated to clinical support activities.
Remuneration
- 320000 - 375000 CAD Annually
- Alternative Payment Plan (APP) - Specialty
- Doctors Nova Scotia - Alternative Payment Plan
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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Learn more about 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
Completion of at least one year of Geriatric Medicine training during Internal Medicine residency or Care of the Elderly (COE) certification in addition to Family Medicine.
CCFP designation preferred from the College of Family Physicians of Canada or eligibility for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
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
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