Job Title : Physician

Employment terms :

Locum / Casual (hours vary based on clinic needs) - must be willing to work evenings and / or weekends as needed

Salary range :

160.64 per hour (in addition to 4% vacation pay) along with HOOPP pension plan

Expected start date :

ASAP

Number of positions :

Multiple Positions

Reporting to :

HATP Medical Director / FHC Director, Community Health or Designate

Locations :

Flemingdon Health Centre : 10 Gateway Blvd

Health Access Thorncliffe Park (HATP) : 45 Overlea Blvd

Application deadline :

Until filled

Application Process :

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their application online via this link :

www.jobillico.com / en / job-offer / flemingdon-health-centre / locum-physician- / 13980492

Please include a cover letter and resume in a single PDF file with your name in the file name.

We are thrilled to invite you to join our NEW Interprofessional Primary Care Team, aimed at improving healthcare access and attachment for residents of Thorncliffe and Flemingdon Park neighbourhoods. Our services will be extended to various locations offering access clinics with expanded hours to better serve our community.

Our enhanced care team will offer a range of services focused on illness prevention, health promotion, health education, comprehensive primary care, social prescribing, and population health. initiatives. This will be done through a team comprised of MDs, Holistic Intake and Navigation Counsellors, Peer Support Workers, and RNs. These services will be accessible through various points in the community, making it convenient for residents to receive care. Join us in making a significant impact on the health of our community and being a part of this new and exciting initiative!

Background : Flemingdon Health Centre (FHC) is an engaged and involved member of some of Toronto’s most dynamic neighborhoods; Flemingdon Park, Fairview and Thorncliffe Park. FHC is a registered charity and an incorporated not-for-profit Community Health Centre (CHC), with a vision of Strong Healthy Communities. Across our three sites, we provide a range of health-related services based on the social determinants of health with extensive community engagement.

Heath Access Thorncliffe Park (HATP) is committed to providing coordinated Health & Wellness services to the Thorncliffe Park community. It is a community driven initiative aimed to enhance interdisciplinary comprehensive primary health care, improve access to health, social and community services in Thorncliffe Park. HATP is an innovative partnership between Flemingdon Health Centre (FHC) and TNO The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) funded by the Ontario Health- Toronto region.

Position Summary :

FHC physicians work as part of a community-based interdisciplinary primary health care team to deliver high-quality primary health care services for optimal individual and community health outcomes. The physician role contributes to clients’ health and well-being through skills and activities associated with assessment, prevention, education, rehabilitation and / or therapeutic support services consistent with the standards of care outlined by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. We are seeking a physician who is committed to client-centered care, and passionate about working collaboratively to address the social determinants of health, to reduce barriers and improve access to comprehensive health care for clients, targeted community groups and priority populations as identified by the health centre.

Responsibilities include :

Direct Client Care

• Ensures that standards of client care are maintained according to accepted College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario standards and policies of FHC and the Regulated Health Professions Act
• Diagnoses and treats acute and / or chronic conditions, incorporating health teachings as appropriate
• Utilizes a health promotion approach, addressing determinants of health
• Makes internal referrals to other FHC staff as appropriate
• Refers to therapeutic counseling or short-term crisis management when required
• Participates in case conferences with other providers to ensure coordination of services to the client
• Performs telephone consultation when necessary, which may include assessment and advice
• Performs necessary back-up clinical functions for other clinical staff in their absence

Health Promotion and Education

Organizational Responsibilities

Qualifications, Skills, and Proficiencies :

We encourage applications from individuals who can identify with the diverse communities we serve. We thank all applicants for their interest but regret that only those selected for an interview will receive an acknowledgement. Please note that a criminal background check (Vulnerable sector) will be conducted for this position. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.