Southlake Academic Family Health Team
Nurse Practitioner
Permanent Full-Time
Locations: Newmarket, Aurora, Keswick, Bradford and/or Mount Albert
The Southlake Academic Family Health Team (FHT) and NYSS-OHT Primary Care Clinics is seeking a dynamic Primary Care Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary primary care team. The incumbents will provide comprehensive primary care services within the RN (EC) scope of practice. These services will include core primary care, health promotion, disease prevention and chronic disease management as supported by the larger inter-disciplinary care team.
Duties:
- Individual in-person and virtual patient assessment and treatment, including screening and preventative activities for both planned and episodic care visits (including urgent care).
- Assisting the team with program development to meet the needs of our patient population
- Promoting quality improvement initiatives which enhance care delivery processes and patient outcomes within the FHT
- Supporting inter-disciplinary learners as they rotate through the clinic
- Home visits
- Other duties within the scope of a Nurse Practitioner
Qualifications:
· Education: BScN required; Master's degree in Nursing or equivalent preferred
· Certification: Certified as a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (RN(EC))
· Licensing: Active registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
· Membership: RNAO or NPAO membership with liability insurance
· Experience: 2+ years in a community-based primary care setting; experience with multidisciplinary teams preferred; preference will be given to candidates with primary care experience
· Technical Skills: Proficient in EMR systems
· Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and cultural sensitivity; demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
· Additional Requirements: Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and insurance
If you are interested in joining our team, which offers competitive compensation, educational opportunities and a great inter-professional culture, please submit your resume by email.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
