Primary Care Physician - Locum

Under the strategic direction of the Manager, Health Services, the Primary Care Physician (Physician) functions interdependently with staff to provide shared, client-centered care that emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and client education. The Primary Care Physician collaborates with Nurse Practitioners, Allied Health Providers, and community-based services and agencies to provide primary health care for our clients. The Primary Care Physician practices according to the Standards of Practice of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) and to guidelines and policies established at Vibrant.

In collaboration with Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Department of Family and Community Medicine, we are looking for a Physician with an interest in medical education. This position will include regular supervision of residents and medical students.

In this role, you would contribute to an integrated team-based model focused on creating impactful care pathways and setting new standards in client care. You will be pivotal in fostering an inclusive healthcare setting where equity-deserving people, including people with physical disabilities, older adults and people who use drugs experience the highest quality access to care. By joining us, you will be part of a continually improving, supportive, and collaborative ecosystem that prioritizes clinical professional growth and development.

Together, we aim to address our community's healthcare needs and advocate for systemic changes that promote health equity and inclusivity.

Vibrant Community Health (“Vibrant”) is driven by a strong commitment to community and a client-centred approach that aims to improve the quality of life and health outcomes for individuals living in North Toronto, especially those who are vulnerable and face complex challenges and systemic barriers to care such as individuals living with physical disabilities, social isolation, members of racialized communities and older adults.

Located in a restored, accessible heritage building at the heart of Yonge & Eglinton, Vibrant offers a welcoming and inclusive workplace where your work has purpose and your impact is felt throughout the community.

Date Posted :
January 21, 2025 Location :
On-Site, 2398 Yonge Street (Yonge and Eglinton)

Position Status :
Temporary Part-Time (until approx. January 2026) Department :
Health Services, Primary Care

Hours of Work : 17.5 hours weekly FTE Status : 0.5

Weekday Shifts Required :
Days & Evenings Union Status :
Non-union

Salary Range : $161.47/hour

Under the strategic direction of the Manager, Health Services, the Primary Care Physician (Physician) functions interdependently with staff to provide shared, client-centered care that emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and client education. The Primary Care Physician collaborates with Nurse Practitioners, Allied Health Providers, and community-based services and agencies to provide primary health care for our clients. The Primary Care Physician practices according to the Standards of Practice of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) and to guidelines and policies established at Vibrant.

In collaboration with Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Department of Family and Community Medicine, we are looking for a Physician with an interest in medical education. This position will include regular supervision of residents and medical students.

• Assumes the primary care provider role in areas of acute and chronic disease prevention and management, consulting with the interprofessional team when necessary.
• Performs assessment, diagnosis, counselling, screening, referral, education, treatment and other medical functions as required according to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario standards of practice.
• Provides primary care to the general community with an emphasis on Vibrant Community Health’s priority populations.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of client visits including the data required by the Ministry of Health, utilizing the electronic health record.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and health…