Locum Rheumatologist - Halifax

Job summary

The successful candidate will provide specialized medical and consultative care for patients with inflammatory arthritis and rheumatic diseases. Additionally, the role involves participating in undergraduate education and residency training within the Division of Rheumatology.

Job details

Company Description The Department of Medicine at Dalhousie University and Nova Scotia Health seeks applications for a short-term locum Rheumatologist in the Division of Rheumatology at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Job Description The Division of Rheumatology is one of 15 divisions within the Department of Medicine and provides specialized medical and consultative care for Atlantic Canadians with inflammatory arthritis and rheumatic diseases, as well as providing undergraduate education and residency training. In addition to playing an important clinical role in the Department, division members have excellent opportunities for collaborative educational and research activities to facilitate rewarding and fulfilling career development. An attractive remuneration through an alternative funding plan will apply. Academic appointment ranking will be based on qualifications and experience. Qualifications Candidates must hold FRCPC (or equivalent) certification in Internal Medicine and subspecialty certification in Rheumatology. Candidates must be eligible for specialty licensure in Nova Scotia. Additional Information Application Process: ** Do not apply via this portal. Please follow instructions below.** Applications will be accepted until October 11, 2026. To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and names and email addresses of three referees to: Department of Medicine Physician Resource Office, c/o Heather Fraser, by email: [email protected]. All applicants must indicate if they are legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada (Canadian citizen or permanent resident, open work permit, etc.) when applying, either via email or within application documents. The Department of Medicine is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. Nova Scotia offers exceptional cultural and recreational opportunities in addition to an outstanding quality of life in all domains. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Expected Hours: Full-time hours (1.0 FTE) Estimated Annual Salary: To Be Determined Zone: Central Zone Specialization: Rheumatology Opportunity: Locum Type of Remuneration: Academic Funding Plan (AFP) Incentive Programs Available: No

What you’ll do

The successful candidate will provide specialized medical and consultative care for patients with inflammatory arthritis and rheumatic diseases. Additionally, the role involves participating in undergraduate education and residency training within the Division of Rheumatology.

Requirements

Candidates must hold FRCPC certification in Internal Medicine and subspecialty certification in Rheumatology. Applicants must also be eligible for specialty licensure in Nova Scotia.

Benefits

• Academic appointment • Alternative funding plan

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Rheumatology
• Internal Medicine
• Clinical care
• Consultative care
• Inflammatory arthritis
• Rheumatic diseases
• Medical education
• Residency training
• Research
• Health Sciences

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Education
• Science & Research
• Rheumatologist
• Physician (Other)
• Specialist Medical Practitioners
• Physicians, All Other