Health PEI is seeking candidates for full-time permanent Physiatrist positions based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH).
Health PEI is a crown corporation responsible for the delivery of publicly funded health services in PEI.  The successful candidate will join the Rehabilitation Team located in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department of the QEH.  The QEH is a 243-bed provincial referral facility and general hospital.

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to: practice electrodiagnosis in the QEH EMG Lab in collaboration with our Neurological colleagues; perform inpatient and outpatient consultations and directive care; musculoskeletal evaluation and treatment; and participate in interdisciplinary rehabilitation clinics with our ambulatory teams. The Department has a well equipped rehabilitation clinic including the equipment for ultrasound and needle EMG guided diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Prince Edward Island remains one of the most enjoyed gems of Eastern Canada, that includes a unique mix of urban and rural experiences.  We are surrounded by the Atlantic ocean with outstanding beaches, boating opportunities, and a wide variety of recreational opportunities.  PEI is recognized for its high number of quality golf courses frequented by Islanders and visitors alike.

Hours of Work

Full-time hours for a salaried physician is defined as 37.5 hours per week; 1950 hours per year;
Full-time contract-for-service hours is based on a maximum of 1,725 hours per year;
On-call coverage as required.

Remuneration

Health PEI offers multiple payment modality options:

Fee-for-Service – Under this model, physicians are compensated for each service provided, in accordance with the Tariff of Fees outlined in the Physician Services Agreement. This model offers maximum flexibility in terms of scheduling, service volume, and practice style.
Physicians typically operate through a professional corporation, which may offer tax advantages. Most physicians are responsible for overhead costs, which average around 25% of total billings. While this model does not include paid employment benefits, physicians have access to negotiated benefits through the Physician Services Agreement.
Salary – Physicians employed under the salaried model enter into an employee-employer relationship with Health PEI. This model includes a defined schedule, assigned duties, and a comprehensive suite of employment benefits such as:Health and dental coverage
Paid vacation and sick leave
Life insurance
RRSP matching
Compensation: $193.44 per hour (equivalent to $377,208 annually for a 1.0 FTE)

Contract-for-Service – Physicians working under a Contract for Service are compensated hourly, as outlined in the Physician Services Agreement. While this model does not include traditional employment benefits (e.g., paid vacation, health and dental, RRSP matching), it does provide access to negotiated benefits such as parental leave. The hourly rate includes an additional amount in lieu of benefits.This model may offer tax advantages for physicians who choose to incorporate.
Compensation: $232 per hour (equivalent to $400,200 annually for a 1.0 FTE)

Incentives

Qualified and licensable candidates may be eligible for a return in service grant of up to $100,000 with a 3 year commitment to Health PEI pro-rated to the FTE.
Eligible moving expense reimbursement of up to $10,000 is available;
Opportunity to teach Medical Learners and Residents with faculty appointment at affiliated universities;
Access to hospital-based electronic patient record system with lab and x-ray reports from office; and
Other incentives as per the Physician Services Agreement.

Certifications and Eligibility Requirements

FRCPC or eligibility for Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification.
Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island
Appointment to the Health PEI Medical Staff and appropriate privileging
Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA).
Work experience preferable with at least 1- 2 years of clinical experience working in Canada.
Atlantic Registry

As of May 1, 2023, physicians whose primary practice is in Atlantic Canada (and hold a general registration in either PEI, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia or Newfoundland and Labrador) may be eligible to obtain registration to practice in all four Atlantic Canadian provinces via the Atlantic Registry. For more information or to opt-in to the Atlantic Registry, contact the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island today!