Position OverviewWe're seeking a Nurse Practitioner to add to our clinical team working at the Canadian Forces Medical Centre located at the Montfort Hospital in Ottawa, ON.
From providing essential primary care and occupational health services to tackling minor traumas and championing health promotion initiatives, your role will be as diverse as it is rewarding. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our nation's defenders, offering them the care and support they deserve.
Your role will be diverse and rewarding. If you're a dedicated healthcare professional ready to make a difference, we want you on our team!
Calian understands the importance of a healthy work-life balance. We continually strive to create a positive impact on our employees' quality of life. We have unique opportunities to work in a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong focus on teamwork. This position offers:
- Generous allotment of time for booked appointments, giving you the opportunity to provide quality care
- A fully functional clinic with access to diagnostic and support services within the clinic or the local community
- Direct access to a robust Mental Health department including psychiatrists, psychologist, Social Workers, and Addictions Counselors
- Regular weekday hours with no evening or weekend work (Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm)
You will find yourself in a truly rewarding position providing the gold standard of health care to your patient population along with a collaborative team.
Responsibilities - Performs comprehensive health assessments using sound clinical judgment, diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
- Consults with physicians or other health care professionals when the client's condition requires care beyond the scope of NP practice.
- Makes appropriate medical employment limitation recommendations in accordance with the Surgeon General's guidelines.
- Prescribes medications and orders x-rays, ultrasounds, and lab tests in accordance with the Standards of Practice for RNs in the Extended Class
- Implements strategies to promote health and prevent illness with individuals, families or groups.
- Collaborates on the management of Members with stable chronic illnesses (such as diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and asthma) through a predetermined referral process.
- Refers patients to other providers or programs according to the patient's need.
Qualifications - Licensed and in good standing within the province of Ontario
- One year of related experience post graduation from Nurse Practitioner program required
- Experience with occupational injuries preferred
Additional RequirementsAbility to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level
Compensation
$72 - $78/hour
Vacancy
We have 1 available position.
Security clearances - A security clearance and/or vulnerable sector screening might be required for this position.
- Our recruiter will walk you through the security clearance requirement and process.
Perks and benefits- Weekday hours, 7:30am - 4pm - no evenings or weekends
- Generous allotment of time for booked appointments
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Easy access to onsite specialists and support services
- Motivated patient population
- Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits Package for applicable full time positions
