Practice Readiness Assessment Position – Office Based Primary Care

Health PEI is seeking internationally trained physicians (ITPs) to provide office-based primary care at the Summerside Community Health Centre following successful completion of a Practice Readiness Assessment.

Health PEI and the Province of Prince Edward Island have entered a partnership with the Physician Assessment Centre of Excellence (PACE) in Halifax, Nova Scotia to provide workplace-based assessments for ITPs seeking medical licensure in Prince Edward Island to practice in office-based primary care.

At the PACE Clinic, Candidates provide primary care to patients while being supervised by experienced family physician assessors. These assessors also serve as the most responsible physician, ensuring patient safety and providing structured evaluation throughout the assessment period.

The assessment environment is designed to closely replicate independent practice. Candidates are provided with the tools, systems, and supports they would typically use in a community-based setting, with the expectation that they will further develop their understanding of the Nova Scotia healthcare system during the assessment. Further information about PACE can be found here.

Upon successful completion of the assessment program, candidates will be required to fulfill a Return of Service commitment at the Summerside Community Health Centre or other facility based on physician workforce needs and the terms outlined in their signed Return of Service Agreement.

Family Medicine Physicians in Prince Edward Island practice within a collaborative, team-based environment alongside skilled allied health professionals, supported by a province-wide Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. Health PEI is actively implementing the Patient Medical Home (PMH) model of care, an innovative approach endorsed by the College of Family Physicians of Canada. The Summerside Community Health Centre is one of the established PMH sites, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered primary care to the community.

Health PEI is a crown corporation responsible for the delivery of publicly funded health services in Prince Edward Island. Health PEI’s Head Office is located in Charlottetown.

Small in size but rich in opportunity, PEI is home to more than 90 Family Medicine Physicians who value collaboration, community, and quality patient care. We’d love to connect with you and share the exciting physician opportunities available throughout the province. Click here to connect with our team and start the conversation!

Applications for this position may be used to staff future office-based primary care positions.

Hours of Work

• Full or part-time, regular office hours Monday-Friday up to a maximum of 37.5 hours/week.

Remuneration

Salary:

Physicians employed under the salaried model enter an employee-employer relationship with Health PEI. This model includes a defined schedule, assigned duties, and a comprehensive suite of employment benefits such as:

– Health and dental coverage
– Paid vacation and sick leave
– Life insurance
– RRSP matching

Compensation: $166.90 per hour (equivalent to $325,455 annually for a 1.0 FTE)

NOTE: Employment by Health PEI upon completion of the PRA program is conditional upon the candidate’s assessment resulting in provisional registration by the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Prince Edward Island, participation in the PRA program is not a guarantee of employment.

Incentives

• Eligible Moving Expense reimbursements are available.
• Community and Hospital-based electronic health record system with access to diagnostic reports available.
• Other incentives may be applicable, ask for additional details.

NOTE: A new Physician Services Agreement was recently ratified providing substantial improvements to benefits and a competitive increase to remuneration beginning in April 2025. See more information here.

Upon fulfillment of the Return of Service commitment associated with this position, opportunities for Contract-for-Service or Fee-for-Service compensation models may be explored.

Certifications and Eligibility Requirements

• Eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island (CPSPEI)
• Hold a medical degree from a medical school or faculty of medicine that is accredited at the time the degree is granted
• Have successfully completed a post-graduate medical training program in Family Medicine or General Practice;
• Actively practiced medicine independently in another jurisdiction recognized by CPSPEI for a minimum of 450 hours within the past 5 years;
• Be certified by an organization, recognized by CPSPEI, governing family medicine or general practice in another jurisdiction;
• and satisfy the language proficiency requirements set out in the CPSPEI Language Proficiency policy.

TO APPLY

1. Ensure your experience meets all applicable criteria by thoroughly reading the job posting.
2. Fill out the application form and attach your C.V.
3. Please note that this competition may be used for future hiring.

TO LEARN MORE OR MAKE A GENERAL INQUIRY, CONTACT

Medical Affairs
Health PEI
[email protected]