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Prince Edward Island

Beyond PEI’s iconic lighthouses and serene shores is a workplace and experience as unique as the Island itself. At Health PEI, you will discover a world of possibilities that extend beyond conventional healthcare. Here, you can work in unique settings, experiencing both rural and small city life. Practice medicine in a close-knit team environment allowing for collaborative decision-making, open communication, and a supportive atmosphere. You will play a vital role in enhancing the way we support thousands of Islanders in one of Canada’s fastest-growing provinces. Our commitment is profound – to our patients, our community, and to you. Join us in redefining healthcare and ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our province for years to come.

Locum Supports and Reimbursements

Short Term Locum

• Reimbursement of the MCC-AMR Application Fee and PEI Application Fee
• Reimbursement of the cost of locum license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of PEI.
• Coverage of registration fees with the Medical Society of PEI.
• Locums coming from out of province and who are not Island residents are also eligible for the following:
• Coverage of accommodations during the length of the locum stay on Prince Edward Island, up to a maximum of $300 per night with receipt or $200 per night without receipts, following guidelines outlined below.
• For reimbursement for accommodations without receipt the following stipulations shall apply:
  • Reimbursement is limited to nights directly associated with scheduled workdays; day before, day after and days worked.
  • The physician must be in the province to be eligible for reimbursement for accommodation without receipt.
  • $100 per day stipend will be provided for the days worked during the locum period.
    Paid actual travel time ($50/hour) from home province to Prince Edward Island and return will be covered.
  • Cost of one return travel to Prince Edward Island based on an economy airfare to a maximum of $2,000. If traveling by car, mileage will be reimbursed as determined by PEI Treasury Board Policy and bridge and road tolls reimbursed with submission of receipts. Reimbursement for travel by car is not to exceed the cost of economy airfare.
  • Coverage of car rental up to $1400 per week with receipt, associated with days worked.

Long Term Locum (Working at least 10 days a month for no less than 6 months with a defined start and end date)

• Reimbursement of the MCC-AMR Application Fee and PEI Application Fee costs with Physicians Apply;
• Reimbursement of cost of license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of PEI.
• Coverage of dues with Medical Society of PEI.
• Locums coming from out of province and who are not Island residents are also eligible for the following:
  • Accommodations:10 + days coverage per month – up to $5000 per month with receipts or $3000 per month without receipts.
  • $50 per day stipend will be provided for the days worked during the locum period.
  • Paid actual travel time ($50/hour) from home province to Prince Edward Island and return will be covered.
  • Cost of one return travel to Prince Edward Island based on an economy airfare to a maximum of $2,000 with receipts. If traveling by car, mileage will be reimbursed as determined by PEI Treasury Board Policy and bridge and road tolls reimbursed with submission of receipts. Reimbursement for travel by car is not to exceed the cost of economy airfare.
  • Coverage of car rental up to $1400 per week with receipts.

Hours of Work

• Full or part-time, regular office hours Monday-Friday.
• Evening clinic hours may be available depending upon health system need.
• In-hospital rounding & on-call over weekends.

Certifications and Eligibility Requirements

• MCCQE Part I and MCCQE Part II (LMCC);
• Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of PEI (link is external);
• Appointment to the Health PEI Medical Staff and appropriate privileging;
• CFPC physicians will be given priority; and
• Work experience preferable.

Atlantic Registry

Starting 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!