Careers

Application deadline:  Interested applicants should forward resume and cover letter to Sarah Savith, Clinical Manager, at on or before May 8th, 2026.  

Cottage Country Family Health Team is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

NURSE PRACTITIONER, FULL TIME position

Primary Location:  Port Carling Health Hub

 Position Description:  The primary care Nurse Practitioner (NP) will practice to their full scope as outlined in the Standards of Practice by the College of Nurses of Ontario.                                          

Including, but not limited to:

• Performs the responsibilities of the position consistent with the operational policies of the CCFHT.
• Provides direct comprehensive care to patients with specialized and complex needs.
• Completes health assessments including health history and physical examinations.
• Works within the legislated scope of practice of the Nurse Practitioner, determines the need for, orders and interprets reports of appropriate laboratory and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitors the ongoing therapy of clients with chronic stable illnesses by providing pharmacological and counseling interventions.
• Determines the need for, and the implementation of health promotion and prevention strategies for families and individuals.
• Uses nursing strategies based on evidence-based information.
• Formulates and communicate medical diagnosis or disorder.
• Consults with a physician in accordance with the standards for physician consultation.
• Consults with and refers to other health care professionals and community services as needed.
• Gathers and documents statistical information as required.
• Participates in management meetings, professional practice meetings and appropriate task forces.
• Documents all encounters on an electronic medical records system ensuring that data quality standards for charting are met.
• Contributes to the mission, vision, and values of CCFHT.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with and a member in good standing of the College of Nurses of Ontario in the extended class without restriction.
• 3-5 years’ NP work experience preferred.
• Current membership in the Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario. 
• Primary health care experience, preferably in a community setting.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications including Microsoft Office and electronic medical records systems (experience with Telus PS Suite is an asset).
• Demonstrated excellent problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively and respectfully in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment.
• Experience and willingness to provide care of geriatric populations.
• Experience working with individuals with complex needs.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Politically and culturally sensitive.
• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts.
• Experience working in a community setting.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.

Compensation:  Annual salary up to $125,477.00 based on experience, participation in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) as well as an extensive benefit plan.

Application deadline:  Interested applicants should forward resume and cover letter to Executive Director, at