The Department of Critical Care, on behalf of Dalhousie University and Nova Scotia Health, invite applications for an opportunity in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are looking for a full-time academic Intensivist to join our dedicated group.

The Department of Critical Care is an integral part of the Faculty of Medicine at Dalhousie University and a leader of secondary, tertiary, and quaternary clinical services in Atlantic Canada. Its mission is to deliver high quality health care, medical education, and research.

The Department of Critical care includes 14 Adult and 6 Paediatric Intensivists, as well as 8 community critical care physicians all with various clinical backgrounds and experiences. Our department has a growing research program with a research associate, two full-time research coordinators and two research assistants with various methodological expertise that include local studies as well as enrollment into larger multicenter studies.

Our educational program includes training of medical students, residents, and an accredited Royal College critical care medicine training program. Our group has an established high fidelity simulation training, Point of Care ultrasound and has a quality improvement program. 

Due to expansion of the department to include our Medical IMCU, along with a retirement, we currently are looking for an intensivist to work between our ICU and IMCU units. This role would be most suitable for those physicians with a background in internal medicine, but exceptional candidates with other specialty skill sets would be considered to meet academic and expansion criteria of the department. Additional positions may be available by time of interview.

This in an academic position and will include clinical, education, and research deliverables within critical care. Clinical work will be split between the intensive care units within Central Zone, Nova Scotia Health and the Medical IMCU at the Halifax Infirmary.

Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Health Sciences Centre provides care to patients from the province of Nova Scotia and is a quaternary referral centre for Atlantic Canada. The QEII HSC is comprised of a 12-bedded medical/surgical/neurosurgical unit at the Halifax Infirmary (HI) and a 10-bedded medical/surgical ICU at the Victoria General Hospital (VG). The QEII is currently undergoing multimillion dollar redevelopment program which will include the consolidation of HI and VG units into a newly built co-located 48-bedded unit (currently estimated to open in 6 years)

Dartmouth General Hospital is an acute-care regional hospital with a newly renovated 8-bedded medical/surgical ICU. Future expansion of the Dartmouth site is already being planned with expansion of the ICU and opening of an IMCU.

The department has approval to implement a rapid response team at the Halifax infirmary in 2025 and potential involvement in these roles could be incorporated into clinician job plans in the future.

• MD with Specialty recognition and training (FRCPC or equivalent) in Adult Critical Care Medicine.
• Eligible for a medical licence with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia.
• Have a record of academic achievement.

Type of Remuneration: 

AFP - Academic Funding Plan 

Application Instructions:

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application to Kristen Griffiths, Department Manager, at [email protected]

Your application package should consist of:

• Cover letter highlighting your achievements and future academic interests.
• Curriculum vitae.
• The names and contact information for three (3) references.

Application deadline: 

1700Hrs (AST) 22nd November 2024

Qualified candidates will be contacted the week of November 25th-29th to arrange an in-person interview in Halifax, Nova Scotia for Thursday December 5th 2024.

Dalhousie University and Nova Scotia Health recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here; in particular, we encourage members of the four designated groups (women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities) to apply. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Questions about this position may be directed to:                         

Dr. Tony O'Leary

Department Head / Central Zone Medical Director

Dalhousie University

Halifax, NS

[email protected] 

Community Details:

Halifax, the largest urban area in Atlantic Canada and Nova Scotia's capital city, sits in the center of Nova Scotia's east coast and is an important seaport that looks out over one of the world's largest natural harbours. Halifax is a perfect paradox, where land meets sea, old meets new, urban meets rural, and traditional meets trendy. We balance a relaxing pace with modern urban amenities and world class-experiences. This perfect balance makes Halifax an ideal city in which to live and visit.

Nature lovers will find sandy beaches, beautiful gardens, hiking, birding, and beachcombing. Urbanites can enjoy the symphony, live music and theatre, art galleries, and museums, along with a lively nightlife that includes brewpubs, gastropubs, and a vibrant culinary scene that embraces the local and sustainable wares. Not to mention, Halifax is just steps away from world class vineyards, vistas and the lush farmlands of the Annapolis Valley. Further information about Halifax and surrounding areas can be found at https://discoverhalifaxns.com

Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system. Both your practice of medicine and your life are richer here… Nova Scotia is more than just a great place to practice medicine.