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Family Medicine Program

@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

Newfoundland and Labrador

Full-time
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Overview

NL Health Services Western Zone is hiring a permanent full-time Family Medicine Physician for the Calder Health Care Centre in Burgeo, NL. The role provides outpatient and inpatient primary care plus regular after-hours and weekend on-call coverage. Hours are 75 per two weeks plus on-call obligations, with salary set by the Memorandum of Agreement.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide outpatient and inpatient primary care at Calder Health Care Centre
  • Provide after-hours and weekend on-call coverage on a regular rotation
  • Work with an interdisciplinary team of physicians and allied health professionals
  • Support person- and family-centered care and patient and worker safety

Requirements summary:

  • Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
  • Eligible for licensure as a Family Physician with CPSNL
  • Satisfactory criminal record and vulnerable sector checks
Source and dates

Source type not verified · nlhs

Employer posting date
2025-02-17
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

DepartmentPhysicians & advanced practice
Hours per week37.5
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingHospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsFamily Physician licensure, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland a
Background checkscriminal record, vulnerable sector
EducationProfessional degree (MD, JD…) (required)
Fields of studyMedicine
Perks mentionedRelocation assistance, Performance bonus

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

FieldValue
HeadquartersSt. John's
Open jobs on Jobsy983
Job description
Family Medicine Physician: Western Zone
Calder Health Care Centre, Burgeo

Permanent Full-time
Hours75 Hours Bi-Weekly + On-Call Obligations
SalaryAs per Memorandum of Agreement
Competition NumberVAC0007746
Posted Date2025-02-18
Closing DateOpen until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications

ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES

We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.

At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.

If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

NL Health Services – Western Zone is seeking a permanent full-time salaried Family Medicine Physician to provide primary care services at the Calder Health Care Centre in Burgeo, NL. Duties include provision of outpatient and inpatient services along with after-hours and weekend on-call coverage on a regular rotation.

The regional referral centre for Western Zone is Western Memorial Regional Hospital, a 164-bed facility serving a population of approximately 80,000 people. NL Health Services is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, and academic interests are encouraged and supported.

Work Environment

Burgeo is located on the province's southwest coast and features a stunning provincial park known for its expansive sandy beach and dramatic coastline. The area offers many opportunities for hiking, camping, and exploring the natural beauty of the region. For more information visit: https://townofburgeo.com/

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QUALIFICATIONS

  • Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
  • Eligible for licensure as a Family Physician with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
  • Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services Western Zone including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide outpatient and inpatient primary care services at the Calder Health Care Centre
  • Provide after-hours and weekend on-call coverage on a regular rotation
  • Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of physicians and allied health professionals
  • Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

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REMUNERATION

As per Memorandum of Agreement

Step assignment determined by the Department of Health and Community Services in accordance with Provincial Guidelines, with yearly progression thereafter.

Available Incentives:
Candidates may be eligible for recruitment and retention incentives, subject to applicable terms, conditions, and program availability at the time of offer.

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HOW TO APPLY

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates are asked to submit applications via our careers webpage: Apply here

For more information, please contact:

Toni-Lee Blanchard
[email protected]

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LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL

NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

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