Anesthetist - Pain Management Unit - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Requisition ID: 35956Opportunity Type: PermanentEstimated Annual Salary: 350,000 - 400,000Type of Remuneration: AFP - Academic Funding PlanAbout the OpportunityThe Pain Management Unit (PMU) in Halifax is looking for a full-time anesthetist with a sub-specialty in pain medicine to join the Department of Anesthesia at Dalhousie University. Recognized across Canada, the PMU is an interdisciplinary unit consisting of seven anesthetists, one general practitione/addictionist, and one psychiatrist/pain specialist. The PMU also has full support from: nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and psychology. This is a collaborative clinical team that works together to bring various approaches and practice styles to their patient group.The unit has an interventional suite with ultrasound and c-arm fluoroscopy. The PMU is affiliated with the Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Departments whic allows for spine assessment and spinal cord stimulation. In addition, the PMU team does some palliative care procedures in cooperation with the Palliative Care Team in Halifax. While the PMU is primarily an outpatient consult service, the clinical team does see limited inpatient consultations when needed.Located in Halifax, the academic tertiary centre in the Maritimes, this anesthetist position may include some teaching and research. The PMU is currently involved in an active clinical and basic science research program, presently focusing on functional imaging, brain connectomes, and placebo effects.Responsibilitieswork as part of the Anesthesia Department at Dalhousie University with dedicated days in the PMUprovide new outpatient consults and follow up appointments for cancer and non-cancer pain patients0.5 – 1.0 days of procedural time blocked per clinic day in the PMUparticipate in inpatient consult service as neededparticipate in a rotation to present to the Group Medical Visit introduction for new patientsteach learners rotating through the PMU as well as present in seminars to learners as neededmaintain competency in pain medicine via appropriate CMEExpected Hourspermanent, full-timetypical full-time members of the Anesthesia Department/PMU have 1-3 days per week in the PMU and the remaining time in Operating Room (OR) AnesthesiaQualificationsall applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)all specialists must be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)Pain Medicine Subspecialty Certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPSC) preferredconsideration may be given to physicians who have a 12 month fellowship in Pain Medicinecompetence in interventional pain procedures requiredCommunity DetailsHalifax is a perfect paradox. We are where land meets sea, old meets new, urban meets rural, and traditional meets trendy. We balance a relaxing pace with modern urban amenities and affordability with world class-experiences. We value our strong historical ties but drive to shake up the norm. This perfect balance makes Halifax one of the best places in the world to visit, no matter what a visitor is looking for: see for yourself in this video!Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. Thats 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.Quick Apply

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