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GP – Enhanced Surgical Skills (ESS) or Obstetrical Surgical Skills (OSS) Locum Physician for Northwest Territories

MDSearch  •  Northwest Territories, CA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description


MDSearch is recruiting General Practitioners with Enhanced Surgical Skills (ESS) or Obstetrical Surgical Skills (OSS) to join Inuvik Regional Hospital, the sole hospital serving the Beaufort-Delta region. This role supports essential surgical, obstetrical, and emergency services for a broad rural catchment area. Cesarean section capability is required, and endoscopy skills are highly valued as they support the continued functionality of the operating room.
Scope of Practice:
Front-line surgical and operative obstetrical skills are foundational to maintaining a high-quality obstetrical program and supporting Emergency Department services.
Your scope may include:

  • Cesarean sections Endoscopy

  • Open and/or laparoscopic procedures

  • Procedures within general surgery, urology, orthopedics, plastics, and gynecology

The ESS/OSS physician serves as the local gateway to surgical specialties. Procedures are well supported by the local OR team, with opportunities to scrub in with visiting surgical specialists from Yellowknife.
Compensation:
Hourly rate (no fee for service), along with on-call remuneration.

Requirements:

  • CCFP with ESS or OSS training

  • C-section capability (required)

  • Eligible for licensure in the Northwest Territories

Benefits:

  • Travel and accommodations fully covered (meals not included)

  • Travel stipend up to $3,000 for locums travelling to Inuvik (for start dates up to March 31, based on travel time)

  • Locum blocks are typically 1–2 weeks, with longer assignments available

Why the Northwest Territories?
Located above the 60th parallel, the Northwest Territories awaits with seemingly endless lakes and unmatched vistas. The opportunities available in our communities are perfect for the outdoors enthusiast looking for adventure, a healthy work/life balance, and an escape from the hustle of the big city.
Licensing & Credentialing:
Not licensed yet: NWT licensing and credentialing procedures takes 6 weeks to complete and is quite similar to other jurisdictions.
The initial licensing & registration fee in the NWT is $383.
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About MDSearch

MDSearch is Canada’s trusted healthcare recruitment partner, specializing in temporary and long-term recruitment of physicians, specialists, psychologists, and nurse practitioners across clinics, hospitals, and other platforms.

With over 20 years of international recruitment experience, we’ve built a vast network of medical professionals across Canada, the U.S., and globally.

We help physicians explore short and long term career options aligned with their personal and professional goals. Employers choose MDSearch for our results-driven process, flexible fee model, and commitment to long-term success.

Whether you’re hiring or exploring new opportunities, we’re here to support your journey—start to finish.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Collingwood, CA
Year Founded
2008
Website
mdsearch.ca
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