We actually have filled a large number of the physician positions on a permanent basis. But given that we do have a contract here in the Northwest Territories, those physicians who are resident here are entitled to education time and sick time as well as annual time. We want to make sure that we are continuing to provide services, so there is still a use of locums. But for the most part, in Yellowknife, in Hay River, in the Beaufort-Delta we’ve been able to get physicians in on a permanent basis. But until all positions are filled that way, we will continue to use some locums.
Glen Abernethy on Question 710-17(5): Physician Recruitment
In the Legislative Assembly on February 26th, 2015. See this statement in context.
Question 710-17(5): Physician Recruitment
Oral Questions
February 25th, 2015
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