Zone: Central Zone
Location: James Paton Memorial Hospital

Ophthalmology - Gander

Central Zone - EXTERNAL - Fee For Service Physicians
Permanent Full-time
Hours 75 hrs biweekly plus on call obligations
Salary Fee for Service
Competition Number VAC0003459
Posted Date 2024-11-05
Closing Date Open until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications
Description

The Department of Ophthalmology invites expressions of interest for three Ophthalmologists within the Surgery Program. Subspecialty expertise or training in any of the following areas will be considered. a priority:

1. General / Comprehensive

2. Glaucoma

The successful candidate will join a team of two ophthalmologists at the James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre (JPMRHC).

These positions will be fee-for-service and will involve one full day of OR time per week under local anesthesia, with the option to acquire general anesthesia time when available. Call will be shared among the group, with a 1 in 3 on-call rotation.

To be considered, candidates must hold a medical degree and be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Ophthalmology. Preference will be given to candidates with additional training. in:

1. General / Comprehensive

2. Glaucoma

All applicants must be eligible for licensure to practice by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador and must be granted privileges by the Central Zone.

Central Zone is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding process. We are happy to assist applicants with inquiries related to remuneration, incentives, and any accommodation or support needed throughout the process.

About NL Health Services

Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services is responsible for delivering quality health-care to approximately 541,000 Newfoundlanders and Labradoreans. The provincial health authority is supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians who together work to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of Health Accord NL, NL Health Services offers a comprehensive 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.

Note

Apply online at https://nlhs.service-now.com/nlhsjobs

To withdraw from an application, open "My Application" tab within the job board and select the competition you would like to withdraw from, by entering a comment for that competition.

To confirm receipt of your application successfully please check the "my applications" section in the NLHS Jobs Recruitment Portal.

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, and competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries email: [email protected]

NL Health Services values diversity and we are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact [email protected] to outline how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may also be required), educational documents.