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Chester Community Clinic is a collaborative primary care clinic located in the scenic seaside town of Chester, Nova Scotia. The team includes a dedicated Nurse Practitioner and a Family Practice Nurse, who work closely together to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. The clinic is supported by experienced clerical staff, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and efficient patient scheduling. In addition to regular primary care services, the team also provides Ambulatory Care time, offering patients access to timely and focused care for acute and ongoing conditions. The clinic uses Med Access EMR, allowing for efficient documentation, communication, and coordination of care within the team and across the healthcare system.
Chester Community Clinic is seeking a Family Physician to provide Locum coverage for the following dates:
June 17-20, 2025
July 8-11, 2025
September 23-26, 2025
November 4-7, 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. Licensing fees for CPSNS are covered, and locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.
Community Details
Nestled along the scenic shores of Mahone Bay, the Village of Chester offers its residents a delightful blend of coastal charm and community warmth. Known for its well-preserved historic architecture, Chester exudes a timeless elegance that reflects its rich seafaring heritage. Chester Race Week, an annual sailing competition, best demonstrates the village’s cultural connection to saltwater.
Life in Chester is marked by a relaxed, coastal pace, where the soothing presence of the bay and the picturesque waterfront contribute to a tranquil living experience. Schools, an arena, and restaurants are just a few of the amenities residents depend on. Locals also enjoy exploring the town's vibrant arts scene, visiting local boutiques and galleries, partaking in community events that bring neighbours together, and swimming in the lido pool, right at the water’s edge.
With access to sailing and water activities, as well as parks and green spaces, Chester provides a coastal haven for those seeking a small town lifestyle with all the conveniences and amenities a family needs.
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.
