Locum Physician

The North Lambton Community Health Centre is a community governed health centre serving identified priority populations in a defined catchment area.  The Centre operates multiple sites in Ontario: Forest, Kettle & Stony Point, Watford, and Sarnia.  Our interdisciplinary team provides primary health care, health promotion and community development services.

The North Lambton Community Health Centre is currently seeking applicants for the following position:

LOCUM PHYSICIAN

6 Month Contract – 18.75 Hours/Week

The Physician will practice evidence-based medicine and utilize a holistic approach to client care, including acute curative care, promotion of healthy lifestyles and prevention of illness by involving the client in his/her diagnosis and treatment, and through sensitivity to non-medical problems and appropriate referrals both inside and outside the Centre. The Physician will also participate in case conferences and information sharing with other members of the multidisciplinary clinical team.

Qualifications:

• Current CCFP certification, registration with CPSO and a member in good standing. Current CMPA coverage;


• Ability to work as a team member with nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, health promotion staff and support staff;


• Strong health assessment and organization skills;


• Demonstrated ability to function independently and interdependently within a collaborative inter-professional team setting;


• Experience in addressing social determinants of health and client-centred care;


• Experience working in a rural or aboriginal community an asset;


• Proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications, including electronic medical records.

This is a temporary part time position with flexible hours, 18.75 hours per week. The rate of pay for this position is $170.24 per hour (top of 6-step grid), plus 20% ($34.05) in lieu of benefits. Enrollment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan is available. The incumbent will primarily be required to work at our Forest site.

If you would like a copy of the job description, setting out the qualifications and responsibilities in more detail, contact:

April George

Human Resources Assistant
North Lambton Community Health Centre
Email: [email protected]

North Lambton Community Health Centre is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve, and where every team member has the opportunity to reach their full potential. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, please inform us should accommodation be required.

Posting open until filled