Locum - Family Medicine - Shubenacadie

Company Description

Located in the welcoming rural community of Shubenacadie, the Shubenacadie Medical Clinic offers a collaborative, office-based family practice environment. The clinic is staffed by a supportive team including an experienced dietitian, pharmacist, social worker, and dedicated clerical staff, providing well-rounded support to both patients and physicians. Physicians enjoy a balanced practice with no hospital responsibilities, allowing them to focus entirely on providing comprehensive primary care within the clinic setting.

Job Description

Shubenacadie Medical Clinic is seeking a Family Physician to provide Locum coverage from July 2 -July 11 2025.

Locum physicians provide coverage for family practices, including inpatient and nursing home care, as well as specialist hospital and office coverage as requested. Compensation includes a minimum daily income guarantee of $1,200 for family physicians ($600 for half-day), with additional earnings if shadow billings exceed this amount. Travel expenses, including kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300 per night), and airfare (up to $1,500), are reimbursed, along with travel time up to 10 hours per week. 

Qualifications

• All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
• All family physicians must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
• Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Additional Information

Community Details

Nestled in central Nova Scotia, Shubenacadie is a close-knit rural community known for its natural beauty, rich history, and friendly atmosphere. Surrounded by rolling farmland and scenic rivers, the area offers a peaceful lifestyle with plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, fishing, and canoeing. It’s also home to the popular Shubenacadie Wildlife Park, a favorite for families and nature lovers. Despite its rural charm, Shubenacadie is conveniently located just 30 minutes from Truro and under an hour from Halifax, making it an ideal location for those seeking a slower pace of life without sacrificing access to urban amenities. With its welcoming residents, strong community spirit, and affordable cost of living, Shubenacadie is a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.

Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine.  

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.