Physician - Scarborough, Canada - Scarborough Centre for Health Communities

Scarborough Centre for Health Communities

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Scarborough, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities (SCHC) is dedicated to meeting the diverse, holistic health needs of the people of Scarborough by addressing the physical, mental, social, financial and environmental aspects of their health.

Through the promotion of healthy lifestyles and delivery of a comprehensive range of culturally competent health and social services, we cultivate vital and connected communities.

PRIMARY HEALTH CARE

COMMUNITY FAMILY PRACTICE PHYSICIAN

One Year Contract Part-Time (0.6 FTE, 21 hours per week)

Reporting To**:
Manager Primary Care Services

Purpose:
The Physician will provide comprehensive primary health care for individuals and families living in the
Scarborough community with an emphasis on service delivery for marginalized and at risk community members.

Physicians work in an interdisciplinary team that includes other primary care physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, chiropodists, physiotherapist, dieticians and others.

Key areas of responsibility:

Provide comprehensive family and client centered primary health care services within his/her full scope of practice taking into account the social and economic determinants of health
Provides primary care indirectly by working interactively with nurse practitioners, providing consultation to nurses or other staff, and by developing medical or clinical directive/processes.
Advocates for client/families to reduce barriers to accessing health care and other services in the community.
Adhere to standards of best practice and practicing with a "shared care model"
Willingness to participate in Health Centre health promotion/outreach initiatives
Participate in case conferences with other providers and staff to ensure coordination of client services
Demonstrated ability to work in team setting delivering services to marginalized individuals living with chronic illness
Perform other duties as assigned that are within the scope of the job.

Scope and Accountability
The Physician will function within their full scope of practice in accordance to College standards. The
Physician is accountable to the agencies program Vice President/Manager.

Educational and/or Professional Qualifications:

Graduate medical degree from a recognized university
Registration and in good standing with the Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons
Registration with CMPA
CCFP Certification or equivalent practical experience
Willingness to maintain CME credentials as required.

Level of Experience:

35 years medical practice in an interprofessional /CHC/FHT model of care considered an asset.
Willingness to work within a collaborative model of care.

Skills and Attributes

Strong communication, verbal, listening and writing skills
Familiarity or willingness to practice with electronic health record documentation environment
Collaborates well with others, promotes cooperation and teamwork.
Sensitivity to and awareness of cultural, racial, and socioeconomic diversity within the community
Respect and adherence to agency policies, mission, vision and values philosophy of care
Strong research and planning skills
Willingness to participate in professional development opportunities and preceptor medical/nurse practitioner students
Capacity to maintain professional links with other agencies, colleges and universities
Valid Driver's license to drive in Ontario and access to a vehicle would be considered an asset
Oral and/or written fluency in other languages relevant to the community the program serves is a definite asset.

Significant Working Conditions

Flexibility in hours of work to provide extended hours of service including evening and weekend
Provide on call support for Nurse Practitioners.

Deadline:
_Until filled_

We would like to thank all applicants; only those invited to interviews will be contacted._

As an employer, we strive for excellence as a workplace and are committed to building a workforce that enhances our capacity to meet the needs of the diverse communities we serve.

SCHC is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information or use our services.

We respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, _and its associated regulations.

Job Types:
Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 10 months

Part-time hours: 21 per week

Salary:
$100.00-$200.00 per hour

Schedule: