Clinical Assistant - Moncton (BH-419)

Clinical Assistant - Moncton

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Our client is currently recruiting for a clinical assistant in Moncton, New Brunswick. A Clinical Assistant provides clinical medical work under the direct supervision of a regularly licensed physician within a healthcare institution. Work is performed within the confines of the scope of practice and position description provided. Other work may arise by circumstance and may be assigned by their Clinical Supervisor, the Local Chief of Staff, or applicable Medical Director. The physician acts within the confines of the relevant departmental and medical rules and bylaws.

EMPLOYER:

Our client is a prominent healthcare institution committed to delivering safe and quality care to patients, clients, families, and communities in New Brunswick. It is one of the largest regional health authorities in Atlantic Canada, with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals striving to make a difference in the lives of over half a million people. With an annual budget of approximately $1.2 billion, our client employs over 13,000 individuals, including physicians, and boasts a strong network of volunteers and supporting organizations.

JOB DUTIES:

Work can be performed in various healthcare settings and includes duties such as providing surgical assistance for elective and emergency surgeries, caring for hospitalized patients in collaboration with attending physicians, participating in an on-call rotation during holidays and weekends, and engaging in the evaluation and treatment of patients as directed by consulting/attending physicians. This description has been designed to indicate typical examples and the level of work performed by physicians in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 

HOURS OF WORK:

• Monday to Friday based on 37.5 hours per week

• Must participate in an on-call rotation during statutory holidays, weekends, and evenings that provides care for surgical inpatients (“first call” for surgery inpatient units)

REMUNERATION:

• Salaried position starting at $146,517 per year, Plus FFS billings for after hours

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must have graduated from a medical school listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and acceptable in Canada, with a minimum of two years of postgraduate training and one year of licensed independent, unsupervised practice experience. 

• Must have LMCC (Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada) or an acceptable alternative as per the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick’s policy is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Applicants must possess an eligibility letter for a Clinical Assistant license from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.

EXPECTED START DATE:

• As soon as possible.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Clinical Assistants must:

1. Maintain appropriate annual CME/CPD requirements;

2. Comply with the policies and procedures of the Department of Surgery;

3. Comply with the provisions of the Hospital Act, the Regional Health Authorities Act, Community Health Center regulation, Medical Services Payment Act, and their regulations;

4. Follow the code of ethics of College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick and the Canadian Medical Association;

5.  Comply with recommendations of a performance review after 12 weeks, 6 months, and one year after employment and annually thereafter;

6. Be a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Medical Society; and

7. Maintain malpractice insurance from the Canadian Medical Protective Association appropriate to the category of practice.

ABOUT THE FACILITY:

The healthcare institution, located in Moncton, is a leading provider of healthcare services in the region. It serves as a level 2 trauma center and referral center for various specialty services, including neurosurgery, neonatal intensive care, and maternal fetal medicine. Additionally, it hosts several accredited teaching programs affiliated with prominent universities.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:

The Moncton area offers a vibrant community with a population of over 138,000. It is renowned for its quality of life, affordability, and diverse educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities. The city's bilingual nature provides access to educational resources in both official languages, making it an attractive destination for individuals and families alike.

 

Interested candidates please contact or send CV to:

Rohini Patel
Physician Recruitment Consultant, New Brunswick Lead
CanAm Physician Recruiting Inc.
647-740-5081
www.canamrecruiting.com
rohini@canamrecruiting.ca