Locum - Family Medicine - Shubenacadie

Company Description

Shubenacadie Medical Clinic is a collaborative family practice located in the welcoming rural community of Shubenacadie, offering comprehensive, patient-centred care supported by a strong interdisciplinary team. The clinic is staffed by dedicated family physicians working alongside a skilled family practice nurse, dietician, pharmacist, and social worker, ensuring patients have access to a wide range of allied health services in one location. Experienced clerical staff provide seamless administrative support, contributing to an efficient and well-organized practice environment. The clinic utilizes the Med Access EMR, enabling streamlined workflows, effective communication among providers, and high-quality continuity of care for its patient population.

Job Description

Shubenacadie Medical Clinic is seeking a Family Physician to provide Locum coverage from:

• June 5 – 12, 2026
• August 2 - 18, 2026

Locum physicians provide coverage for family practices, including inpatient and nursing home care, as well as specialist hospital and office coverage as requested. Compensation includes a minimum daily income guarantee of $1,200 for family physicians ($600 for half-day), with additional earnings if shadow billings exceed this amount. Travel expenses, including kilometrage (within Atlantic provinces), per diems, accommodations (up to $300 per night), and airfare (up to $1,500), are reimbursed, along with travel time up to 10 hours per week.

Qualifications

• All applicants must be eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
• All family physicians must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
• Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Additional Information

Community Details

Shubenacadie is a small community in Nova Scotia, Canada, known for its strong Mi'kmaq heritage, connections to the Shubenacadie River, and rural character. It is located within the Municipality of East Hants, in Hants County. 

The name Shubenacadie is derived from the Mi'kmaq word Sipekne'katik, meaning "place abounding in groundnuts". The area has been a significant Mi'kmaq territory for thousands of years and is home to the Sipekne'katik First Nation, a vibrant and growing community that is one of the largest Mi'kmaq bands in Nova Scotia.

• Shubenacadie was the location of the Maritimes' only residential school, which operated from 1930 to 1967. The site of the former school is now a National Historic Site, memorializing the painful legacy of forced assimilation and abuse endured by Indigenous children from across Atlantic Canada.

• For thousands of years, the Shubenacadie River served as a vital transportation route for the Mi'kmaq people. During the industrial era, the Shubenacadie Canal was built to connect Halifax Harbour to the Bay of Fundy, though it no longer serves an industrial purpose. Today, the waterway is a recreational and heritage site managed by the Shubenacadie Canal Commission. 

Natural attractions and activities

• Tidal bore: The community is a prime location to witness the Shubenacadie tidal bore, a natural phenomenon created by the Bay of Fundy's incoming tide. Visitors can experience this unique event through guided tidal bore rafting adventures.
• Shubenacadie Wildlife Park: A popular destination, this park features native Nova Scotian wildlife and offers educational programs for visitors.
• Shubenacadie Canal Waterway: This heritage waterway offers trails for hiking and biking, and its waters are used for paddling.
• Recreational activities: Other local activities include golfing at The Links at Penn Hills Golf Club and exploring Laurie Provincial Park. 

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.  

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.