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Locum - Family Medicine - Bridgewater
Novascotiahealthcaresystem · Bridgewater, NS, Canada · Active · $1,200–$600 / hour · SmartRecruiters
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Novascotiahealthcaresystem |
| Title | Locum - Family Medicine - Bridgewater |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Physician Recruitment |
| Location | Bridgewater, NS, Canada |
| Work model | - |
| Employment type | Contract |
| Salary | $1,200–$600 / hour |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | SmartRecruiters |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-05-26 / 2026-05-31 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-31 / 2026-06-06 |
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Description
Riverbend Medical Practice is a solo GP practice providing comprehensive, patient-centered primary care to individuals and families in the community. The practice benefits from experienced clerical staff who manage scheduling, billing, and daily operations, ensuring an efficient and supportive environment for both patients and providers. The clinic operates using the MedAccess electronic medical record (EMR) system, enabling streamlined documentation and communication across the care team.
Riverbend Medical Center is seeking a Family Physician to provide Locum coverage from August 3rd-28th, 2026.
Locum physicians provide coverage for family practices, including inpatient and nursing home care, as well as specialist hospital and office coverage as requested. Compensation includes a minimum daily income guarantee of $1,200 for family physicians ($600 for half-day), with additional earnings if shadow billings exceed this amount. Travel expenses, including kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300 per night), and airfare (up to $1,500), are reimbursed, along with travel time up to 10 hours per week. Licensing fees for CPSNS are covered, and locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions.
All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS) All family physicians must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)
Community Details
The Town of Bridgewate r 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!
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.
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.
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| Provider | smartrecruiters |
| Provider Job Key | 744000128504540 |
| Title | Locum - Family Medicine - Bridgewater |
| Normalized Title | — |
| Status | active |
| Active | yes |
| Location Text | Bridgewater, NS, Canada |
| Department | Physician Recruitment |
| Team | — |
| Employment Type | contract |
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| Remote Policy | — |
| Country | Canada |
| Region | NS |
| City | Bridgewater |
| Salary Raw | Riverbend Medical Practice is a solo GP practice providing comprehensive, patient-centered primary care to individuals and families in the community. The practice benefits from experienced clerical staff who manage scheduling, billing, and daily operations, ensuring an efficient and supportive environment for both patients and providers. The clinic operates using the MedAccess electronic medical record (EMR) system, enabling streamlined documentation and communication across the care team. Riverbend Medical Center is seeking a Family Physician to provide Locum coverage from August 3rd-28th, 2026. Locum physicians provide coverage for family practices, including inpatient and nursing home care, as well as specialist hospital and office coverage as requested. Compensation includes a minimum daily income guarantee of $1,200 for family physicians ($600 for half-day), with additional earnings if shadow billings exceed this amount. Travel expenses, including kilometrage, per diems, accommodations (up to $300 per night), and airfare (up to $1,500), are reimbursed, along with travel time up to 10 hours per week. Licensing fees for CPSNS are covered, and locum physicians may claim Facility On Call fees under specific conditions. All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS) All family physicians must be eligible for certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Community Details The Town of Bridgewate r 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! 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. Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy. |
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| Source URL | https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/NovaScotiaHealthcareSystem/744000128504540-locum-family-medicine-bridgewater |
| Apply URL | https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/NovaScotiaHealthcareSystem/744000128504540-locum-family-medicine-bridgewater?oga=true |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-31 17:44:17Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 10:53:58Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 10:53:58Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-05-31 17:44:17Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-05-26 13:49:50Z |
| Source Updated At | — |
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