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Hospitalist - Yarmouth

Yarmouth Indian Reserve No. 33, NS
On-site
Posted Oct 5, 2026
1 position

$225,000–$250,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time, Part-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The hospitalist will provide care and coordination for patients at Yarmouth Regional Hospital while managing a panel of mixed-acuity cases. They are also responsible for participating in quality improvement activities and adhering to the bylaws of the Nova Scotia Health Authority.

Job details

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. Job Description Yarmouth Regional Hospital (YRH) is seeking full time (2:4 weeks) or part time (1:4 weeks) physicians for the Hospitalist program. The program currently consists of four Hospitalist lines covering 15-20 patients of mixed acuity. YRH is a close knit and very collegial site, providing ample support and a rewarding work experience. Yarmouth Regional Hospital (YRH) was originally founded in 1912 and has developed into a vast health care complex serving the 60,000 people of Shelburne, Yarmouth, and Digby Counties. Located in Yarmouth, YRH has 124 inpatient beds and provides a range of primary and secondary services through in-patient, outpatient and satellite programs Learn more about Yarmouth here! Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come. Responsibilities 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 Be accountable for management of your panel of hospitalist patients Expected Hours Permanent Full-Time While on hospitalist for the week you will be on call for your patients 24/7 (usually minimal calls overnight and rarely called in to the hospital in the evening). The position will require coverage for 1 or 2 weeks per 4 week cycle (1:4 or 2:4). If you desire, there is the potential to work additional weeks of hospitalist as availability permits, and there may be additional work opportunities in the orphan patient clinic, ER shifts, or locuming in local family doctor offices during your weeks off from hospitalist duties. Remuneration Remuneration is $1,576.47 per day for the full-time, evening and weekend call stipend, plus fee-for-service billings for anyone seen after 5pm and before 8am. ADD LINKS to DNS for payment model 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 Benefits 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. Qualifications 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) Additional Information Community Details Acadian culture and life by the sea intersect in the Town of Yarmouth, located on the southwestern tip of Nova Scotia. From the grand sea captains’ homes that line the streets and fishing boats in the harbour, to the fresh seafood served up at local restaurants and the lively waterfront, Yarmouth is a quintessential seaside town. Yarmouth offers a blend of historical charm, coastal beauty and a welcoming community spirit. The town’s proximity to the Bay of Fundy and the Atlantic Ocean provides residents with access to scenic coastal landscapes and outdoor activities. Learn more about Yarmouth here! 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. Expected Hours: Full-time hours (1.0 FTE) Estimated Annual Salary: 225,000 - 250,000 CAD Zone: Western Zone Specialization: Hospitalist Opportunity: Permanent Type of Remuneration: Daily Rate Incentive Programs Available: Yes

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Requirements

Applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and maintain coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association. Additionally, candidates are required to hold current ACLS and BCLS certifications.