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Primary Health Care Physician

Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre·Hamilton, Ontario

CA$131 - CA$149/hr·Temporary·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The Physician provides primary care functions and manages programs for individuals and families, focusing on chronic and complex health conditions. Responsibilities include performing medical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Hamilton urban core community health centre

Strong Core Healthier Lives

Job Type

Temporary Part-Time (0.2 FTE) (8 Month Contract)

Position Type: On-Site

Hiring Range

$131.42- $149.21 per hour

Position Summary

The Physician provides primary care functions and participates in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services for individuals, families and the community with particular emphasis on care and services for clients with chronic and complex health conditions.

Role

The Physician serves as a champion of the Hamilton Urban Core’s mission and vision and works in a manner that is consistent with the Centre’s values, beliefs, core competencies and commitment to quality in service. The Physician is an essential member of the client-centered, inter-professional, multidisciplinary team of health providers at Hamilton Urban Core. The Physician will work with other members of the Centre’s teams to effectively and efficiently serve clients and communities using responsive and innovative approaches to services and service delivery framed by health equity and the social determinants of health.

Accountability

The Physician is a member of the Primary Health Care Team, is accountable to the team and reports to the Primary Health Care Manager. Overall accountability is to the Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform assessment, diagnosis, treatment, health education/counselling and other medical functions as required according to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario standards of practice.
  • Participate in the Centre’s on call service as directed.
  • Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of medical protocols and directives.
  • Contribute to chart documentation, participate in chart reviews and case conferences, and make referrals.
  • Maintain accurate, current client records, data and information and electronically encounter client services in accordance with the Centre’s policies, best practices and standards of good practice. Complete and submit reports as required.
  • Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment, education counselling and health promotion programs and services for individuals, families and the community.
  • Coordinate or be involved with clients during periods of hospitalization and with community health professionals when patients are receiving follow-up healthcare.
  • Work with the healthcare team to plan and evaluate programs and develop or initiate health teaching, screening programs or workshops by identifying health needs of clients and various other community groups.
  • Assist in planning the Centre’s services by participating on committees and sharing information about perceived health needs and issues, obtained through client encounters and community contacts.
  • Actively participate in the Centre’s quality improvement and quality assurance plans. Participate in meetings of the Centre as appropriate such as Team, Case Conference and Staff meetings.
  • Engage and provide supervision to graduates, students and/or learners as appropriate and in accordance with the Centre’s standards and commitment to learning
  • Ensure appropriate, comprehensive treatment is delivered by maintaining complete and accurate medical records, participating in chart reviews and discussion of problem cases.
  • Maintain and develop professional competence.
  • Work within an anti-racism, anti-oppression, culturally sensitive, language appropriate framework
  • Work as part of the interprofessional team at the centre and adhere to the Centre’s core competencies and the CHC Model of Care
  • Participate in Centre-wide activities such as the annual general meeting, client-centered activities, annual events and all other special events and activities related to Hamilton Urban Core

Performance Targets

The approximate number of clients served will be 10 to 12 per day based on an average 7.0 hour work day for a 1.0 full-time Physician position. The average appointment length will be 30 minutes with the exception of instances where a cultural interpreter is engaged or when home visits, examinations and/or procedures require more time.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from an accredited institution.
  • Successful completion of a recognized Family Medicine residency program.
  • Current CCFP designation in good standing..
  • Demonstrated competence in comprehensive primary care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, chronic disease management, health promotion, preventive care, and coordination of care for individuals and families across the lifespan.
  • License to practice from the Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons
  • Interest and experience in working in community health setting, with nurse practitioners and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Experience with and sensitivity to issues impacting on clients and communities accessing the Centre
  • Experience with immigrants and refugees, seniors, youth, individuals or families with low/no income, people living with mental illness and/or people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless
  • Knowledge of the community health centre sector is an asset.

Benefits

  • Company Events
  • Company Pension
  • On-Site Parking
  • Employee Assistance Program

Hamilton Urban Core is committed to equity in employment.

While we appreciate every application only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an M.D. degree, complete a Family Medicine residency, and possess a current CCFP designation and license from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Experience in community health settings and working with marginalized populations is required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Patient Assessment
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Health Promotion
  • Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Preventive Care
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Health Education
  • Primary Care
  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment
  • Culturally Sensitive Care

Posting details

Employment type
Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$131 - CA$149/hr
Location
Hamilton, Ontario
Posted
Jun 9, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre

Hamilton Urban Core came into existence in response to the need for primary health care services, health promotion, education, advocacy and outreach services for populations in the urban core. It is the result of community collaboration and the energy of service providers,...

Salary listed on 13 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size11-50 employees
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Market context

Ontario physician roles remain highly competitive

Physician roles in Ontario are typically in steady demand, especially in community-based and primary care settings. Competition is often shaped by licensure requirements, specialty certification, and experience working with diverse populations; for this role, an MD, CCFP, CPSO licensure, and valued experience with Indigenous communities and anti-oppressive practice stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your CPSO status and tailor your application to community care experience.

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