Extended Health Benefits, 11 paid statutory holidays, paid sick days, and *GRSP contribution for eligible positions.
*Applies to full-time HHFHT positions only.
REGISTERED NURSE 0.5 FTE – CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT & HEALTHY LIFESTYLE & PRIMARY CARE MEMORY CLINIC
The Registered Nurse – Chronic Disease Management and Healthy Living is a specialist in chronic disease management and individual capacity building, and responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of services to specific populations living with chronic diseases. Working in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse – CDM will share expertise and knowledge of chronic disease management and optimizing health with patients and their families, as well as other health care professionals. (please note this role will include Primary Care Memory Clinic support which involves specialized training through the MINT Memory Clinic).
| DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES |
| Assessment Screens, prioritizes and processes patient referrals. Coordinates the assessment of patient health status and its impact on management of chronic disease. Reviews patient clinical information obtained through physician referral, laboratory reports and health records. Conducts consultations with clients to obtain relevant information and assess patient health learning needs. In partnership, conducts assessments of a community, group or population in relation to their health needs and capacity using appropriate tools and resources. |
| Planning In collaboration with Family Physician and/or RN(EC), develops and discusses appropriate individualized care plan with the patient / family / caregiver based on best practices. Develops and discusses appropriate individualized health care plan with the patient based on best practices. Based on evidence and best practice and in partnership with other community partners, collaborates in development of goals and objectives, services and activities, outcome measures and evaluation for individual, group or population programming. Reviews current literature / resources to support preparation of education materials and tools. |
| Implementation Works in collaboration with interdisciplinary team to safely and effectively provide appropriate primary care to clients. Provides CDM education to meet patient learning needs. Recommends and adapts teaching to the patient’s identified health needs, revising treatment protocols as required. Facilitates group educational sessions and activities using the principles of child, youth, adult or older adult learning. Participates in community capacity building activities as opportunities arise or are created. Documents using patient health record, refers to other resources and arranges follow-up as necessary. |
| Evaluation Evaluates patient comprehension and compliance to the CDM care plan by reviewing clinical and learning outcomes. Identifies key performance indicators for CDM consultation, participates in the measurement of these indicators. Participates in the evaluation of outcomes of group, population or community programming and its effectiveness. |
| Reporting Participates in quarterly, or as required, statistical reports for Ontario Health. |
| SPECIFICATIONS |
Education/Experience Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required Current membership with Registered Nurses Association of Ontario preferred Basic CPR certification Current Ontario Drivers’ License Demonstrated experience in Community and/or Primary Care Setting Demonstrated experience in the area of chronic disease management and adult education Skills/Abilities Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidenced-based methods and practices of primary care delivery, with an emphasis on heath promotion and risk reduction. Superior leadership, organization, research, evaluation, time management, communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in the use of the computer hardware and software, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. Desire and ability to update knowledge and skills through various means including technology-based opportunities, courses, workshops and conferences. Multi-tasking skills related to the delivery of efficient primary care including the ability to share information and teach while treating a patient. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exhibit an ability to be open and non-judgmental |
Please submit a Cover Letter and C.V. to Kimberley Robinson at kim.robinson@hhfht.com or by mail at P.O. Box 870, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0, on or before April 30, 2026. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE – 1.0 FTE
Provide nursing support to the Nurse Practitioners of the Haliburton Highlands Family Health Team in a confidential and professional manner. Work collaboratively with other Family Health Team employees and Medical Centre employees.
ADMINISTRATION
- Assist Nurse Practitioner(s) with day to day patient visits, procedures, etc.
- Track preventive care for patients and document in the EMR
- Assist in maintaining the flow of patients into exam rooms, initiating the visit note (vitals as requested)
- Provide telephone advice, follow up, or test results as requested by the Nurse Practitioner
- Maintain a hand-over system for follow-up in your absence
- Advise the Executive Director of any capital expenditure items required, along with costs
- Be flexible with job role and assist with office duties as required
- Request any office supplies through the designated employee for ordering
- Attend any meetings as requested or required and participate in internal quality improvement measures
- Other tasks as directed
CLINICAL
- Take patients to examining rooms according to appointment time and degree of emergency. Keep patients informed of any delay
- Obtain B/P on all patients, and when required; blood sugars, weight, height, urinalysis
- Chart pertinent patient interactions, whether by phone or in person
- See own patients as booked (childhood immunizations, driver’s medical)
- Review with patients any tests they’re having done, along with preparation required
- Perform tests and give immunizations as approved by the Nurse Practitioner
- Oversee the organizing of patient trays
- Assist with Pap tests and other procedures as required
- Maintain exam rooms in a clean and orderly fashion between patients
- Liaise with other health services
- Stock patient bathrooms (delegate as needed)
- Discuss and note if Nurse Practitioners have any standing orders
- Other tasks as directed.
Please submit a Cover Letter and C.V. to Kimberley Robinson at kim.robinson@hhfht.com or by mail at P.O. Box 870, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0, on or before April 30, 2026. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
REGISTERED DIETITIAN – 0.5 FTE
The Registered Dietitian (RD) is a specialist in nutrition, and responsible for the nutrition care of patients identified as moderate to high risk for chronic disease, or patients living with chronic disease. Working in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the RD will share expertise and knowledge of nutrient care with patients and their families, as well as other health care professionals.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assess patient nutritional status by gaining an understanding of food habits and preferences (socioeconomic, psycho social and cultural background)
- Establish goal oriented treatment interventions with patient and relevant others
- Provide family patient education and provide appropriate support to address nutritional needs
- Develop care plans and monitor the effectiveness of dietary changes
- Specialize in the nutritional management and prevention of chronic diseases
- Supervises and trains dietetic interns, nutrition and medical students on placement at the FHT
- Coordinate with other staff to ensure optimal delivery of service
- Update, develop and evaluate patient education materials and group sessions on an on-going basis
- Participate as an active member of the health care team through multidisciplinary patient care consults, quality improvement and evaluation activities; adjust programs and services accordingly
- Become aware of community resources available to patients and refer appropriately
- Completes quarterly and annual reports to Ontario Health based on requirements.
Education and Experience
- Baccalaureate of Science in Nutrition or equivalent
- Current registration with the College of Dietitians of Ontario required
- Current membership with Dietitians of Canada Association, including professional liability insurance program
- Strongly recommended to become a member of the Primary Care Dietitians Association
- Basic CPR certification
- Current Ontario Drivers’ License
- Demonstrated experience in Community and/or Primary Care Setting
Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidenced-based methods and practices of primary care delivery.
- Superior leadership, organization, research, evaluation, time management, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in the use of the clinical information systems/electronic medical records
- Desire and ability to update knowledge and skills through various means including technology-based opportunities, courses, workshops and conferences.
- Multi-tasking skills related to the delivery of efficient primary care including the ability to share information and teach while treating a patient.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exhibit an ability to be open and non-judgmental
- Knowledge of the goals and structure of the organization, the policies and procedures and the programs.
Please submit a Cover Letter and C.V. to Kimberley Robinson at kim.robinson@hhfht.com or by mail at P.O. Box 870, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0, on or before March 31, 2026. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
RURAL FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN – 4 POSITIONS AVAILABLE
We are a group of 8 physicians practising family medicine in the beautiful Haliburton Highlands and Minden area. We are also affiliated, and work collaboratively, with the Haliburton Highlands Family Health Team. We currently have a roster of 9,770 patients.
Some of our physicians are part of the staff of our local emergency department. We provide regular care of hospital in-patients, provide hospital on-call coverage, offer care to patients in LTC facilities (including on-call), and care to patients in hospices or a palliative care unit.
We are looking for a physician or physicians who would be interested in working with a collaborative team of health care professionals. We are a teaching site and have a full rotation of residents from the University of Toronto, Queen’s, McMaster and other. Compensation is based on a blended capitation model as a physician belonging to a Family Health Organization. More information is available on the MOHLTC website at http://www.heatlh.gov.on.ca, and specifically relating to physician compensation at FM Compensation Practice Models EN-1
Haliburton County also offers a “return of service” incentive to physicians moving to the area to practice Family/ER medicine. You are eligible to apply for the incentive whether you are a new graduate or are just looking to relocate to the beautiful Haliburton Highlands. For more details contact Wendy Welch, Physician Recruitment and Retention Coordinator, wwelch@haliburtoncounty.ca or Kimberley Robinson, Executive Director of the Haliburton Highlands FHT and Manager for the Haliburton Family Medical Centre, at kim.robinson@hhfht.com if you are interested in learning more!