Family Physician – Ongoing Locum Opportunities

One of a network of over 75 provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non- profit organization funded by the North West Local Health Integration Network and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, emphasizing access to primary health care, prevention programs and services.

We are currently seeking a Family Physician, who as a valuable member of the Community Health Centre team, will provide primary care to clients and their families within a care model which emphasizes health promotion/education and empowerment. Practicing at NorWest CHC’s provides longer appointment times and lower patient volumes than many other primary care settings. We have a team of Nurse Practitioners, RNs, Dietitian, Community Health Workers and Administrative support staff. Longlac is located a 3.5 hour drive from Thunder Bay.

POSITION INFORMATION

• No on call, evenings or weekends. Thirty five hours a week Monday to Friday.
• Comfortable housing accommodation available close to the clinic.
• Job Description available upon request.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Medical degree and family residency from a recognized university.
• Current CPSO license and CMPA registration. Experience in a combination of hospital and community settings and/or public health. Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of community based health care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sensitivity to the needs of a multicultural community and diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Ability to work effectively with marginalized and under serviced populations.

*This position will remain open until filled. Please submit your application to:

Debbie Inman, CHRL
Manager of Human Resources
Norwest Community Health Centres
Main Office – Thunder Bay Site
525 Simpson Street
Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 3J6
FAX: 622-7637 E-mail: dinman@norwestchc.org

www.norwestchc.org               

(Ad will be posted until Thursday April 28 2022)