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Ophthalmologist

Nova Scotia Health Authority

1276 South Park St, Rm 2035, 2 West Victoria Bldg, Halifax, NS, B3H 2Y9 Directions

Pay
$300,000 to $420,000 a year
40 hours per week
Job type
Full time
Day, On call
Posted
October 14, 2026
Apply by
November 3, 2026
19 days left
Experience
1 year or more
Openings
1 position
Education
Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry

About the job

Nova Scotia Health Authority is situated in Halifax, NS and is hiring a Ophthalmologist to join the team. This position requires the successful applicant to begin duties at the earliest opportunity. This role offers Permanent employment or Full time employment. Shift timings include: Day, On call.

Employer Name: Nova Scotia Health Authority
Position: Ophthalmologist
No. of vacancies: 1 vacancy
Salary: $300,000 to $420,000 annually (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment - Full time
Shift: Day, On call
NOC code: 31101
Location: 1276 South Park St, Rm 2035, 2 West Victoria Bldg, Halifax, NS, B3H 2Y9

Job Description

  • The candidate must diagnose diseases and physiological disorders.
  • The candidate may conduct medical research on human disorders, illnesses, and preventive or curative methods.
  • The candidate must prescribe post-operation medication and treatment.
  • The candidate must supervise surgical procedures.
  • The candidate must treat diseases, injuries, and deformities.
  • The candidate must prepare research papers for publication and presentation.
  • The candidate must act as consultants to other physicians.
  • The candidate must order laboratory tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic procedures.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate must be fluent in English.
  • The candidate must hold a degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must be accurate.
  • The candidate should be client-focused.
  • The candidate must be dependable.
  • The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
  • The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
  • The candidate must be flexible.
  • The candidate must be interpersonally aware.
  • The candidate must have good judgement skills.
  • The candidate must be well-organized.
  • The candidate must be reliable.
  • The candidate must be a good team player.
  • The candidate must uphold values and ethics.

Work Setting

  • The candidate should work in an urban area with a high population density.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

  • The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
  • The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
  • The candidate must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
  • The candidate must be able to handle a large workload.

Security and Safety

  • The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.

How to apply

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What you must include in your application:
  • Job reference number F818P
  • Cover letter

Skills

  • Specialty residency training
  • Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
  • Accurate
  • Client focus
  • Dependability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Flexibility
  • Interpersonal awareness
  • Judgement
  • Organized

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