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The Family Physician provides comprehensive primary care, including health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management for Indigenous clients. They work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to develop care plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

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Family Physician – Full Time Cambridge - 745 Coronation Blvd, Cambridge, ON N1R 7R1 Position Title: Family Physician Status: Full-Time (35 hours/week) – Part-Time considered Location: Cambridge -745 Coronation Blvd, Cambridge, ON N1R 7R1 Salary: $331,975 annually (PSA rate for 35 hours/week), prorated for part-time Benefits: HOOPP (defined benefit pension), extended health and dental benefits, paid leave About SOAHAC Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) is a multi-service indigenous health and wellness organization providing primary care, mental health, traditional healing, and social supports for First Nations, Inuit, Metis, and urban indigenous individuals across southwestern Ontario Our Cambridge site is an interdisciplinary care hub serving Indigenous community members in the city and surrounding area. We work within a wholistic, culturally safe framework that integrates Western clinical practice and Indigenous knowledge. Role Overview: The Family Physician is a core clinical provider at the Cambridge Site. Working collaboratively with Nurse Practitioners, Traditional Practitioners, Elders, Mental Health clinicians, Nursing, and Social Services staff, the Physician provides comprehensive primary care across the lifespan for SOAHAC clients. The Physician supports longitudinal, relationship-based care and clinical decision-making while coordinating with internal and external partners to address client needs Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive primary care for SOAHAC clients, including health promotion, disease prevention, acute care, and chronic disease management. Conduct assessments, develop care plans, provide follow-up, and coordinate ongoing primary care for SOAHAC clients Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and other interdisciplinary providers within their respective scopes of practice. Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions, case conferences, and integrated care planning. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with CPSO standards, organizational policies, and applicable privacy legislation (including PHIPA). Practice in a trauma-informed, culturally safe, and client-centered manner, recognizing the social determinants of health affecting Indigenous communities Qualifications Medical Degree (MD) and Certification in Family Medicine (CCFP), or equivalent. Licence for Independent Practice, or eligibility, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). Experience working with Indigenous communities, community health centres, or underserved populations is an asset. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary, team-based model of care. Commitment to ongoing learning in Indigenous cultural safety, trauma-informed care, and anti-oppressive practice. Compensation and Benefits Annual PSA salary of $331,975 for 35 hours per week, pro-rated for part-time arrangements. Participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) – defined benefit pension. Comprehensive group benefits plan, including extended health and dental. SOAHAC provides paid vacation, cultural/spiritual leave, health and personal time in support of employee wellbeing, in accordance with organizational policies. Start date is flexible and will be coordinated based on candidate availability and onboarding requirements. Indigenous Hiring Preference SOAHAC values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with Section 24 of the Ontario Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis). Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and brief letter of interest to: Anna-Marie Evans Human Resources Manager Email: amevans@soahac.on.ca Candidates selected for next steps will be contacted directly to arrange an introductory conversation. Applications may also be submitted to: careers@soahac.on.ca To learn more about SOAHAC, please visit: www.soahac.on.ca We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SOAHAC is recruiting for an existing vacancy. Canadian work experience is not required. SOAHAC may use digital, automated, or AI-enabled tools as part of our recruitment process. Applicants who are interviewed will be notified of our hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview. Recruitment records are retained in accordance with ESA requirements

What you’ll do

The Family Physician provides comprehensive primary care, including health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management for Indigenous clients. They work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to develop care plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Medical Degree (MD) and Certification in Family Medicine (CCFP) or equivalent. They must also possess a license for independent practice or be eligible with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).

Benefits

• Defined benefit pension • Extended health benefits • Dental benefits • Paid vacation • Cultural/spiritual leave • Health and personal time

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Group Benefits · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred
• email · Preferred
• Onboarding · Preferred

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• Primary care
• Chronic disease management
• Clinical documentation
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Trauma-informed care
• Culturally safe practice
• Health promotion
• Disease prevention
• Acute care
• Case management
• Patient assessment
• Indigenous health
• Care planning
• Clinical Documentation
• Chronic Disease Management
• Trauma Informed Approaches
• Social Determinants Of Health
• Planning
• Acute Care
• Artificial Intelligence
• Mental Health
• Social Work
• Certified Patient Safety Officer
• Decision Making
• Clinical Practices
• Community Health
• Integrated Care
• Cultural Safety
• Disabilities
• Disease Prevention
• Family Medicine
• Health Promotion
• Legislation
• Nursing
• Primary Care
• Certified Cyber Forensics Professional
• Coordinating
• Trauma Care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Family Physician
• Family / General Practitioner
• Generalist Medical Practitioners
• Family Medicine Physicians