Anesthesiology Physician

@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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Newfoundland and Labrador

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Overview

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a full-time Anesthesiologist for James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre in Gander, Central Zone, on an Alternate Payment Plan. The role covers pre-operative evaluation, anesthesia delivery and monitoring, airway management, post-operative recovery and pain management across surgical and procedural settings. The posting states 75 hours bi-weekly and signing and relocation incentives of up to $250,000.

Responsibilities:

Conduct pre-operative evaluations and develop individualized anesthesia plans
Administer general, regional and local anesthesia and monitor vital signs
Manage airways and respond to emergencies or complications
Oversee post-operative recovery and manage pain and side effects

Requirements summary:

MD from an accredited medical school
Royal College (FRCSC) certification in Anesthesiology, or board-eligible
Eligible for full or provisional non-restricted CPSNL licensure
Satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector checks

Source and dates

Source type not verified · nlhs

Employer posting date: 2026-02-09
First seen by our source: 2026-11-05
Source record updated: 2026-11-05

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Job details

Department	Physicians & advanced practice
Hours per week	37.5
Travel	air: none · ground: none
Work setting	Hospital or clinic, Plant or factory
Position	Sitting and standing
Physical demands	physical low · computer moderate
Licences & certifications	FRCSC, CPSNL licensure
Background checks	criminal record, vulnerable sector
Education	Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required)
Fields of study	Anesthesiology
Perks mentioned	Signing bonus, Performance bonus

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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Headquarters	St. John's
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Job description

Zone: Central Zone Location: JPM - James Paton Memorial Regional Health Cen Anesthesiology Physician Central Zone - Physician Permanent Full-time

Hours	75 hours bi-weekly
Salary	Alternate Billing Plan
Competition Number	VAC0021348
Posted Date	2026-02-10
Closing Date	Open until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications	ABOUT NLHS NL Health Services offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. NL Health Services prides ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent, and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities. ABOUT CENTRAL ZONE Central Zone is the second largest health zone in Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services, serving approximately 90,000 people (17 per cent of the province’s population) living in 176 communities. With a geographical area encompassing more than half the total land mass of the island, the Central region extends from Charlottetown in the east, Fogo Island in the north, Harbour Breton in the south, to Baie Verte in the west. Central Zone provides a variety of primary, secondary, long-term care, community health, and other enhanced secondary services. James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre is seeking a skilled and patient-focused Anesthesiologist to provide comprehensive anesthesia care across surgical and procedural settings. Responsibilities include conducting thorough pre-operative evaluations, developing and implementing individualized anesthesia plans, and collaborating closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The anesthesiologist will administer general, regional, and local anesthesia, continuously monitor patients’ vital signs during procedures, manage airways, and respond promptly to medical emergencies or complications. Post-operatively, the role involves overseeing patient recovery from anesthesia, managing pain and anesthesia-related side effects, and ensuring safe transitions of care. Additional duties may include participation in pain management services, emergency response, quality improvement initiatives, and teaching or mentoring, depending on department needs. Gander offers an excellent quality of life with short commutes, affordable housing, and strong schools, alongside year-round access to Newfoundland and Labrador’s outdoor lifestyle. This position is ideal for professionals seeking clinical breadth, professional autonomy, and a sustainable work–life balance within a welcoming community. Visit the following web site for information on the Community of Gander: Home \| Town of Gander QUALIFICATIONS MD from an accredited medical school Royal College certification (FRCSC) in Anesthesiology, or Board-eligible Eligible for Full or Provisional (non-restricted) licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (CPSNL) Satisfy credentialing requirements of Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check REMUNERATION Alternate Payment Plan Model. Alternate Payment Plan (APP) is a physician remuneration model in which compensation is not primarily based on fee-for-service billings. Instead, physicians are paid through a contractual arrangement that provides predictable income in exchange for the delivery of defined clinical and non-clinical services. AVALIABLE INCENTIVES Physician Signing Bonus $150,000 Come Home Incentive - $100,000 (if eligibility criteria are met) Contact Recruiter for further details RECRUITER CONTACT** For specific inquiries please contact Hannah Bromley ([email protected]) A CV, supporting documentation and the names of three references are required. Applicants who do not provide the necessary documentation as outlined in this job posting will not be considered. In accordance with Canadian Employment and Immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. NLHS hire on the basis of merit and are committed to employment equity. We thank everyone for their interest. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.