Newcomer Health Clinic

novascotiahealthcaresystem· Physician Recruitment
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📍 Halifax📍 Halifax, NS, Canada📍 NS📍 caPart time

About this role

Company Description

About the Opportunity
The Newcomer Health Clinic is looking for a compassionate and community-minded Family Physician to join our dedicated and interdisciplinary team. You’ll work alongside Family Physicians, Registered Nurses, a Dietitian, a Social Worker, administrative support, and visiting specialists in Pediatrics, Gynecology, Psychiatry, and more.

Our clinic is purpose-built to care for newly arrived refugees during their first one to two years in Canada. We focus on providing comprehensive care while helping patients transition to long-term primary care in the community. Language barriers are never a burden—we have excellent interpretive services fully integrated into our clinical processes and funded by the provincial government.

Whether or not you have a background in refugee or global health, you’ll be warmly welcomed. Our team culture is one of support and collaboration, and new physicians are always encouraged to ask questions and learn as they go. What we value most is compassion. The work can be intense, but for those with the right heart, it’s deeply meaningful.

Watch this short video to learn more about the Newcomer Health Clinic and our mission:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oo1gHnegJLQ&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=N4Network

Job Description

Your Role
You’ll maintain your own patient panel while also supporting the care of colleagues’ patients during same-day visits, vacation coverage, or leaves. This model promotes continuity of care and ensures physicians have the flexibility they need.

Hours
Half-time to full-time positions available. Locum opportunities may be considered for those unable to commit to a half-time schedule.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
  • Eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
  • Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Additional Information

Community Details

Halifax is the heart of Atlantic Canada—a coastal city that blends history and innovation, natural beauty and vibrant culture. With access to oceanfront trails, sandy beaches, live theatre, great restaurants, and a welcoming community, Halifax offers the perfect mix of career opportunity and quality of life.

Discover why Halifax is one of the best places to live and work: Central Nova Scotia - Nova Scotia Health Physician Career Opportunities - More Than Medicine

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Is the Newcomer Health Clinic role at novascotiahealthcaresystem full-time or part-time?
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This Newcomer Health Clinic position at novascotiahealthcaresystem was posted on May 21, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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