Posted 21 months ago
Physician
@ Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre
Cochrane, Ontario
Overview
Sweet Grass Health Centre is hiring a full-time or part-time Family Physician to provide culturally safe primary care to urban Aboriginal populations in Cochrane, Kapuskasing, Hearst and partner First Nations. The physician will diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions within an Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team. The posting states full-time is 35 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct clinical assessments and treat acute and chronic conditions
- Prescribe treatments, order tests and monitor patients
- Coordinate care and manage follow-up
- Provide culturally sensitive education to patients and families
- Work within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to quality improvement
Requirements summary:
- MD or DO from an accredited institution
- Family Medicine certification with valid CCFP
- CPSO Certificate of Good Standing and licence
- Clinical experience in community or Indigenous care preferred
- Experience in Aboriginal communities is an asset
- Proficiency with EHR systems
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-02-24
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-11
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Job details
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Medicine |
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Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre
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Full company description
Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre is a healthcare facility located in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. It specializes in providing culturally appropriate healthcare services to Indigenous peoples and communities in the area. The center offers a range of health services, including primary care, mental health support, traditional healing practices, health education, and wellness programs tailored to the needs and values of the Indigenous population. The focus is on holistic health, recognizing the importance of cultural context in providing effective healthcare.
- LinkedIn followers
- 123
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 19
- Reported office locations
- 161 Applegrove St, Sudbury, Ontario P3C 1N2, CA
- Other recorded names
- Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre
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Shkagamik-Kwe Health Centre is a healthcare facility located in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. It specializes in providing culturally appropriate healthcare services to Indigenous peoples and communities in the area. The center offers a range of health services, including primary care, mental health support, traditional healing practices, health education, and wellness programs tailored to the needs and values of the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Sudbury, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1998 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
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Position Overview:
Sweet Grass Health Centre is seeking an innovative Family Physician for a full-time (35 hours/week) or part-time position. We serve the Indigenous community by providing culturally safe, comprehensive healthcare services—including traditional healing, primary care, health promotion, addictions counselling, mental wellness care, diabetes care, and youth empowerment—to urban Aboriginal populations in Cochrane, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and partner First Nations such as Taykwa Tagamou, Wahgoshig, and Constance Lake. This role is integral to our approved Indigenous Interprofessional Primary Care Team (IIPCT), and it emphasizes best practices in community health while integrating traditional teachings and cultural values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, diagnose, and treat a broad spectrum of acute and chronic conditions.
- Prescribe treatments, order diagnostic tests, and monitor patient progress.
- Coordinate care and manage follow-up to ensure high-quality, continuous patient management.
- Provide culturally sensitive care and education to patients and their families, emphasizing the connectedness of emotional, spiritual, physical, and mental well-being.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team comprising Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, R.N. (E.C.)’s, a Diabetes Care Team, Mental Wellness and Addiction Supports, Traditional Healers, Elders, and community health supports in Advocacy, Health Promotion, and Education.
- Develop collaborative practices with team members and accept referrals and consultations from Nurse Practitioners, R.N. (E.C.)’s, and other allied health professionals.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with regulatory and institutional policies.
- Contribute to team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and community outreach programs.
- Assist in policy development and planning of health promotion activities that integrate traditional healing methods and Aboriginal cultural values.
Education & Certification Requirements:
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine, with a valid C.C.F.P. certificate.
- Must hold a Certificate of Good Standing from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
- Licensed to practice by the Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Experience & Skills Requirements:
- Proven clinical experience, preferably with a background in Indigenous or community-based care.
- Experience in Aboriginal communities is an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and standard office software.
- Commitment to culturally sensitive, community-based healthcare.
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