Discover Physician Career Job Opportunities in Nova Scotia
Physicians thrive in beautifu Nova Scotia! Learn about job opportunities, generous incentives, lifestyle perks, and more reasons to make the move.
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Make your next career move your best one
Nova Scotia, Canada, is calling. Here, physicians find the best of both worlds—a thriving medical career and an extraordinary lifestyle. Whether you’re a family or specialist physician, you’ll discover fulfilling jobs, meaningful professional support, and a community that values your expertise. Explore incentives, relocation assistance, and rewarding career paths that make moving to Nova Scotia not just the right career move—but the right life move.
A lifestyle that’s good for the soul
In Nova Scotia, the beauty of the place becomes part of your daily routine. You’ll find ocean views on your commute, fresh seafood at your local market, and hiking trails that start just beyond your doorstep. Whether you prefer city life in Halifax, the charm of small coastal towns, or the calm of countryside living, you’ll discover balance here, including time to recharge, explore, and connect. With balanced living and a warm Maritime spirit, Nova Scotia offers not just a place to work, but a place to belong.
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A physician career that grows with you
Physicians in Nova Scotia are part of something meaningful, a healthcare system that values collaboration, innovation, and people. With 41 hospitals, community clinics, and specialized centres across the province, you’ll have opportunities to shape care and advance your career wherever you choose to live. Work alongside dedicated colleagues, access professional development and leadership training, and make a real impact in a province that’s investing in its healthcare future. In Nova Scotia, your career isn’t just supported—it’s celebrated.
Physician incentives, benefits, and relocation support
Choosing to move your medical career to a new province or country is a big decision. That’s why we’ve made it easier than ever to make the move, settle in to your job, and thrive.
Negotiated Benefits
Physicians in Nova Scotia enjoy a wide range of supports, including health and dental coverage, EMR grants, funded locum coverage, CME funding, and parental leave.
Site Visit Program
See what life and practice in Nova Scotia are like before making the move. Eligible physicians, plus one guest, can be reimbursed for a one-time visit to explore practice opportunities and experience our communities. Approval must be arranged through a Nova Scotia Health recruiter.
Relocation Reimbursement Allowance
Qualified candidates may receive up to $20,000 in relocation support to help cover travel, moving, and settlement costs, making your transition to the East Coast easy and worry-free.
Government Incentive Programs
Family physicians and specialists in the Central Zone may qualify for up to $75,000 in government incentives, while those practicing outside the Central Zone may receive up to $125,000 over five years.
Rural Specialist Retention Incentive
Specialist physicians working in Nova Scotia’s rural communities receive a $16,000 annual payment after three years of service, recognizing their ongoing commitment to regional care.
Physician Retirement Incentive
Nova Scotia offers annual retirement payments based on years of practice: up to $5,000 for five or fewer years; up to $10,000 for five–fifteen years; and up to $15,000 for more than fifteen years. This benefit applies to full- and part-time physicians providing patient care or clinical services.
Simple licensure pathway with fewer barriers
Nova Scotia has created streamlined lcensure pathways for internationally-trained physicians, making it faster and simpler to begin practicing here. Doctors trained and certified in the UK, Ireland, or Australia may qualify for full licensure through reciprocity of certification. Those licensed in the UK, Australia, or New Zealand may be eligible for provisional licensure—no additional exams required. Nova Scotia’s new Physician Assessment Centre of Excellence (PACE) provides another supportive route to independent licensure, helping internationally trained family physicians demonstrate their readiness to practice safely and confidently in our communities.
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