About the Opportunity
The South Shore Regional Hospital (SSRH) in Bridgewater has a full-time permanent position in diagnostic radiology with experience and training in interpreting MRI scans. The successful applicant will join 5 radiologists to provide diagnostic imaging services to the SSRH, Queen's General Hospital and Fisherman Memorial Hospital as well as call coverage.
South Shore Regional Hospital (SSRH) is a primary and secondary care hospital and designated district trauma centre. SSRH will see the instillation of a new MRI to be operational by late 2025. SSRH has 85 inpatient beds including medical, surgical, intensive care, obstetrics, and mental health units. The modern regional hospital is the cornerstone of Bridgewater's residents and surrounding community members' quality of life.
Services:
- ambulatory care
- anesthesiology
- cancer care and support services
- continuing care
- diagnostic imaging (including MRI, CT scan, mammography, nuclear medicine, and ultrasound)
- electrocardiography department
- emergency medicine
- general medicine
- internal medicine
- intensive care unit (ICU)
- medical and surgical units
- mental health and addictions services
- midwifery program
- Nova Scotia hearing and speech clinic
- nutrition and diabetic counselling
- obstetrics and gynecology services
- occupational therapy
- palliative care
- perioperative services
- physiotherapy
- plastic surgery
- psychiatry
- respiratory therapy
- social work
- surgical intermediate care unit (SIMCU)
- telehealth services
- walk-in clinic
Responsibilities
- Diagnostic imaging services including CT, MRI, ultrasound, x-ray, mammography and nuclear medicine
- Various image guided procedures
- Physician will be responsible to the Zone Department of Radiology for professional responsibilities and quality of practice, as well as operated within the medical staff Bylaws of Nova Scotia Health
- Provide hospital and call support as required
- Contribute to and participate in other administrative responsibilities as assigned
Expected Hours
Full Time
On call requirement
Qualifications
- Eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS) with a preference for a full license
- certification with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)
- Eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
Community Details
The Town of Bridgewater is located along the LaHave River and is surrounded by the coastal beaches and fishing communities of the south shore. It is the largest town in this region with a population of over 8,500. Self-titled 'The Main Street of the South Shore,' Bridgewater has long been established as the primary commercial and professional service centre in the southern half of the province. The community boasts a diverse local economy and is home to larger national and international employers. Physicians build a life and career they love in this beautiful town.
Here, year-round activities like surfing, cycling, hiking, stand up paddleboarding, and sea kayaking await you. Love to sail, or have always wanted to learn? You've come to right place! Camp and explore Kejimkujik National Park or enjoy our abounding craft breweries and wineries. Art galleries and historical escapes provide hours of entertainment in your down time as your explore the wonderful surrounding communities. There is something for everyone in Bridgewater - and all within a one hour commute to Nova Scotia's capital city of Halifax!
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