Division: Health
Position Overview
Every summer, Cadets attend Cadet Training Centres in various locations across the country including Camp Blackdown located near Barrie,ON. These programs require the support of qualified medical professionals to respond to a wide range of healthcare needs from the cadets. Primary Care Physicians are needed to perform physical examinations, diagnosis and manage common health conditions, perform selected diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, counsel patients on preventive health care and facilitate access to health services and referrals. Education on communicable diseases, responding to first aid concerns, and supporting mental health needs will be daily aspects of the role.
Responsibilities
At Cadet Training Centres (CTC), Physicians provide primary health care and first aid. They treat Regular and Reserve Force members, Cadet Instructor Cadre, and cadets. Duties include:
- Patient assessments and screenings
- Diagnostics
- Treatment
- Health counseling
- Referrals
Shifts are typically 4 – 8 hours and can include weekdays and weekends. Consideration will also be given to physicians who are interested in providing coverage in the evenings.
Qualifications
- Must be licensed as a Physician or Nurse Practitioner in your province of work
- Hold certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP) (physician)
- CPR certificate
- N95 Mask fit certification
- WHMIS
Additional Requirements
You will be able to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level and a current Vulnerable Sector Check
Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members.