Program Manager, Physician Agreement & Fee Schedule
Doctors Nova Scotia
Office Location: Dartmouth, NS
Closing Date: July 8, 2026
Salary Range: $82,125 - $102,657
Doctors Nova Scotia (DNS) is the professional association representing all physicians in the province, with over 5,500 members including practicing and retired physicians, medical students, and residents. As the collective voice of physicians in Nova Scotia, the association is committed to working with health-system partners to ensure the province can recruit and retain skilled physicians while continuously improving patient care.
Reporting to the Director, Physician Compensation and Negotiations, the Program Manager, Physician Agreement & Fee Schedule provides strategic and operational leadership for the implementation and oversight of the Physician Agreement and fee schedule system. This is a central role in contract negotiation support and execution, requiring collaboration with provincial health partners to resolve issues and develop solutions. You will also provide vital leadership within the Physician Compensation function, supervising staff and overseeing consultant support.
Core Responsibilities
In this role, you will lead the implementation and administration of the Physician Agreement and the Association’s work on the physician fee schedule. Your responsibilities include:
- Physician Agreement Management: Coordinate and support the Physician Agreement Management Group (PAMG), providing strategic advice to physician representatives and liaising with the Department of Health and Wellness, Nova Scotia Health, and IWK to resolve implementation issues.
- Targeted Project Funding: Lead the planning, administration, and oversight of annual work plans, identifying priorities and risks while ensuring accurate reporting to protect organizational revenue.
- Fee Schedule & Billing Support: Lead the strategic coordination of the DNS Fee Committee, overseeing the interpretation and revision of the Fee Schedule and supporting physicians involved in billing audits and appeals.
- Leadership: Provide operational and strategic leadership to the team, including the direct supervision of the Compensation Officer and oversight of the Medical Consultant.
- Strategic Communication: Develop education materials for staff and members regarding Physician Agreement matters and provide regular briefings to the Senior Leadership Team and Board.
Qualifications
You are a strategic professional with a deep commitment to advancing the interests of physician members and the evolving needs of the Nova Scotia health-care system.
- Education: A university degree in business, health, or a related discipline (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Experience: A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within the health-care sector.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with office software, spreadsheets, databases, and digital collaboration tools.
- Strategic Mindset: Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and discretion in complex situations involving competing priorities.
- Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships with government representatives and health-system partners.
- Project Management: Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Why Join Doctors Nova Scotia?
At DNS, people are valued and the organization is passionate about its work. It offers an award-winning culture built on trust, accountability, and flexibility.
- Flexible Work Options: DNS supports remote work and flexible hours to help maintain a productive and positive organizational culture.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Employees have access to a defined benefit pension (NSHEPP), health and dental coverage, and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Wellness & Vacation: DNS provides a flexible Health & Wellness benefit and three weeks (15 days) of paid vacation to support employee wellbeing.
To learn more about Doctors Nova Scotia, please visit: http://www.doctorsns.com/
Doctors Nova Scotia is committed to developing and supporting a more diverse, inclusive and equitable environment for both physicians and staff. Their goal is to have a diverse workforce that represents the individuals they serve. Preference will be given to candidates from equity-deserving groups, including those who identify as Indigenous, African Nova Scotians or other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+. If you are a member of one or more of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.
Equity, diversity, inclusion, reconciliation, and accessibility, or EDI(R)A, are embedded in Doctors Nova Scotia’s work and guided by an EDI(R)A framework. They support these commitments through ongoing education, policies, external assessments, and active staff-led committees, including an EDI(R)A Committee and a Truth and Reconciliation Committee. They apply an equity lens to their organizational decision-making.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume online by clicking “Apply.” Should you require accommodation during the selection process or have any questions regarding how DNS supports a safe and inclusive workplace, you are encouraged to inform us or contact Greg Dickie in confidence at gdickie@royerthompson.com.
