healthcare incentives
Nova Scotia
Healthcare Programs.
It’s understandable that you may want to visit Nova Scotia before committing to relocating. This program reimburses you (and your partner) for a one-time visit to a potential practice site. You must be eligible for a license in Nova Scotia, and work with a recruiter to obtain approval from Nova Scotia Health prior to your visit.
Site Visit
If you have an accepted offer for work in Nova Scotia, you may be eligible for a relocation allowance of up to $10,000.
Relocation Allowance
Nova Scotia Department of Health & Wellness incentive programs
The Department of Health and Wellness in Nova Scotia offers incentive programs to help you choose a practice that suits your career goals, and help transition you into your new life in Nova Scotia.
Family physicians and specialists who qualify can earn up to $125,000 in incentives over a five-year period.
For more information on these programs, including eligibility criteria, click below to contact the Department of Health and Wellness Physician Resources. All DHW physician incentives are taxable.
Nursing.
In a gesture of appreciation towards Nova Scotia’s nurses and to encourage their continued dedication to the province, Premier Tim Houston has announced a $10,000 bonus for nurses in the publicly funded healthcare system. An additional $10,000 incentive awaits those committing to two more years in the system.
The Premier emphasized the vital role nurses play and expressed a commitment to support them. The bonus extends to those returning to the system, with a $10,000 incentive for agreeing to a two-year return of service. Other healthcare workers will also receive retention bonuses of up to $5,000.
These bonuses, prorated based on employment conditions, aim to recognize the hard work of healthcare professionals beyond negotiated wage agreements, forming part of the government’s Action for Health plan.
Locum support.
The Provincial Locum Program supports practicing physicians in rural communities. It helps bring medical care to patients of eligible physicians when the physician is away from their respective practice due to illness, vacation, or continuing medical education.
The locum program is administered by Medavie Blue Cross on behalf of the Nova Scotia government. The Department of Health and Wellness provides policy direction and funding.
Locum physicians in family medicine and designated specialties receive the following payments.
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MILEAGE
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PER DIEM
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DAILY GUARANTEED RATE
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OVERHEAD
Physicians interested in participating in the locum program must submit application forms to, and establish billing arrangements through, Medavie Blue Cross. Locum registration—including guidelines, application forms and claim forms—may be found at Medavie Blue Cross.
