Nova Scotia Healthcare System·Sydney, Nova Scotia
Manage critically ill patients in a level-2 ICU and the Intermediate Medical Care Unit, including code blue coverage. Coordinate community-based, secondary, and tertiary level health care while participating in quality improvement activities.
Company Description Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centers, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH) is seeking a full-time Intensivist with base specialty training in either Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Anesthesiology to join our group. Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come.
Our 15 bed level-2 intensive care unit is staffed by two daytime intensivists with shared night call. Handle all critically ill patients in the catchment area and is well supported with equipment for point of care ultrasound, percutaneous tracheostomy, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), transesophageal echocardiography, and bronchoscopy. Responsibilities are divided between both daytime staff and include coverage of ICU as well as the Intermediate Medical Care Unit (IMCU), consultations, and code blue coverage in daytime hours. Provide care and coordination of community-based care, and secondary and tertiary level health care. Operate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority. Participate in quality improvement and evaluation activities. Expected Hours Permanent Full-Time Approximately 18 weeks of ICU annually as well as coverage of base specialty when not in ICU. Remuneration Remuneration amount 450,000 - 475,000 per year Fee for Service (FFS) Physician Agreement | Doctors Nova Scotia Incentives Nova Scotia Health offers a variety of incentives designed to relieve some of the pressure, cost, and difficulty that comes with relocation. View Incentive Details Here
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package including health and dental, EMR grants, funded locum coverage, CME funding, parental leave, physician advisors and more! Visit www.doctorsns.com for more information. Learn more about Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH)
All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS). Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA), or proof of alternative coverage. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Basic Cardiac Life Support(BCLS) Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada with Critical Care designation, or eligible for examination Medical Doctorate (MD) or equivalent and have completed Critical Care subspecialty qualifications. Two recent references of good standing
Community Details As the largest urban area on Cape Breton Island and the island’s historical capital, Sydney is the perfect mix of urban charm and down-home hospitality. This small city offers a blend of rich cultural heritage and contemporary living set against the backdrop of Cape Breton Island’s rugged landscapes. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, from local markets and shops to cultural events that celebrate Cape Breton’s music and traditions. Sydney is a place where the past meets the present, offering residents and visitors a warm and welcoming atmosphere enriched by its maritime legacy and the stunning natural beauty that surrounds it. Learn more about Cape Breton https://morethanmedicine.ca/communities/sydney Practicing in Nova Scotia 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. Building a Diverse Workforce The Physician Recruitment Team at Nova Scotia Health lives and works in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion, and truth and reconciliation, and we are working to support medical communities that are reflective of and responsive to the diverse populations they serve in Nova Scotia. We welcome physicians from diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us in building healthier, more equitable communities across the province.
Must be a Medical Doctorate with Critical Care subspecialty qualifications and eligible for licensure with the CPSNS. Required certifications include ACLS, BCLS, and Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada with Critical Care designation.
Market context
Physician openings in Nova Scotia are often shaped by ongoing demand for licensed clinical coverage, especially where access and continuity of care matter. These roles are competitive because employers typically require provincial licensing eligibility, a Review of Qualifications, ACLS certification, and CMPA coverage, while benefits may include health, dental, travel, disability, and life insurance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting so you can confirm licensure steps and coverage needs before applying.