Primary Care Physician - IPCT/PCTC

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 - 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

Join a collegial and supportive team of family physicians at the Interprofessional Primary Care Team (IPCT) and Primary Care Teaching Clinic (PCTC) at Scarborough Health Network. We are seeking a family physician with an interest in medical education to support Primary Care delivery while contributing to the teaching and supervision of residents and medical students.

The successful candidate will be expected to obtain and maintain faculty appointment with the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto.

Responsibilities:

• Practice in accordance with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
• Provide routine and preventative healthcare services to a patient panel of all ages with varying healthcare needs
• Develop personalized treatment plans including medication management, lifestyle recommendations and referrals to specialists as required
• Manage and monitor chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and respiratory disease
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records to facilitate efficient and effective patient care.
• Demonstrated experience in family medicine/primary care settings
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the needs of patients in collaboration with the interprofessional team
• Perform patient assessments, medical history, physical, and psychosocial assessments.
• Diagnose, treat, prescribe, order and interpret diagnostic imaging reports
• Offer psycho-social assessments, service coordination, therapeutic and/or supportive counselling.
• Implement appropriate health promotion, disease prevention and chronic disease self-management strategies for patients and families
• Refer to various clinical resources, liaising between hospital, specialists, and community services
• Ensure linkages and collaborative transitions of care to primary care, community outreach, and education support
• Support evaluation and quality improvement activities to assess impact and outcomes and determine strengths, opportunities, and future directions of the IPCT services

Requirements:

• Current registration and a member in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons
• Membership and Certification with the Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) is preferred
• Strong knowledge and understanding of primary health care, chronic disease prevention and self-management, preferably in a community setting
• 2-3 years recent clinical work experience as a Physician with community experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, organizational and complex problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well within an inter-professional team and to foster collaborative working relationships
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community

Additional Assets:

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion training preferred
• Ability to speak another language

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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