Medical Recruitment, simplified
NorthStar connects international doctors with Canadian healthcare institutions through transparent, evidence-based doctor placement and matching.
Explore Opportunities Across Canada
From bustling urban centres to serene rural communities, find your next home with NorthStar.
Licensing & IMG pathways for doctors in Canada
New to Canada? We guide international medical graduates (IMGs) through PhysiciansApply, CFPC or Royal College certification, MCCQE1 (if required), and provincial medical licensing — then match you to the right clinic.
For Canadian Clinics
Fill your vacancies faster and at a fraction of the cost. Access a curated pipeline of verified medical talent.
Learn MoreFor Doctors
Simplify your journey to Canada. We'll guide you through licensing and connect you with top clinics, for free.
Learn MoreHow NorthStar Matches Doctors
Go beyond the job offer — NorthStar provides unparalleled insights into communities and practice environments, helping you choose not just a job, but a home.
One profile, zero hassle
Create a single, comprehensive profile and apply to multiple roles with ease. Track your applications and manage interviews all in one place. And it's completely free.
Personalised matches
Our team personally selects the best job offers that fit you. We notify you of new offers, you choose when to schedule the interview, and a dedicated recruiter supports you all the way to the contract.
Free insights and tools
We make it easy to understand the realities of the physician market in Canada. Explore our Physician Explorer and more offer-specific insights.
Make a data-driven choice
Our free Physician Explorer tool lets you see physician density by specialty across every Canadian health region. Using real data from the CIHI, you can see how saturated each market is and make an informed decision about where your skills are most needed.
Find a community, not just a clinic
We understand that there's more to life than work. That's why we provide you with insights on all the things that matter to you, such as: rent and property costs, schools for your kids, green spaces, and things to do in your new location.
How Clinics Hire with NorthStar
Your all-in-one hiring hub — from posting jobs to managing interviews, our platform streamlines the recruitment process.
Manage your job postings with ease
Post new opportunities, edit existing listings, and track their status through our intuitive dashboard. You have complete control over your hiring pipeline from start to finish.
Receive & review perfect matches
Get instant notifications when a qualified doctor matches your criteria. Review detailed doctor profiles, including their CV and credentials.
Seamless interview management
Effortlessly schedule and manage interviews directly on the platform. Add confirmed meetings to your personal calendar with a single click and keep your hiring process organised.
Need a LMIA? We've got you covered.
Navigating the international hiring landscape can feel like a never-ending road. We've partnered with established Canadian immigration consulting agencies to help you every step of the way.
The High Cost of Slow Recruitment
Long vacancy periods, steep placement fees of 10-15%, and sifting through unqualified applicants costs you time and money. Luckily there's a better way.
AI-Powered, Human-Verified Pipeline
Our AI ranks top candidates, then our team personally verifies every doctor's profile and credentials. This hybrid approach ensures you only see high-quality doctors relevant to you.
Fully-Managed Hiring
We manage outreach, scheduling, and one of our dedicated recruiters will support both parties all the way to a signed contract, ensuring a smooth experience for everyone.
Fair & flexible pricing, tailored to you
We believe in a personalised approach. Let's find a solution that works for you. Get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Book a free consultationOur Matching Engine
We match doctors to jobs in Canada using a licensing-aware engine that blends a personal FIT score with a regional IMPACT score.
We ingest verified credentials, specialty, experience, location preferences, and clinic requirements.
- CV and training history
- Licensing status and eligibility
- Community and workstyle preferences
Hard guardrails ensure you only see jobs you can actually take.
- Province-specific licensing rules
- Language, supervision, and setting
- Immigration/Labour constraints
Embeddings + re-ranking evaluate skills, specialty, and preferences against each job.
- Skills & specialty alignment
- Geography & schedule preferences
- Transparent explanations
We estimate community benefit so you can do the most good while advancing your career.
- Health-region demand indicators
- Clinic access and wait time signals
- Equity-focused weighting
Find a community, not just a clinic
We understand that there's more to life than work. NorthStar provides unparalleled insights into communities and practice environments, helping you choose not just a job, but a home. From rent and property costs to schools for your kids, green spaces, and things to do — we make sure you have all the information you need to make the best decision for your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get in Touch
Whether you're a physician looking to relocate to Canada or a clinic hiring internationally, our team supports doctor placement, provincial licensing, and immigration coordination.
info@northstar-physicians.com
Operating Hours
Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm UTC+1
Location
Bedford, United Kingdom
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Whether you're hiring or exploring opportunities, we'd like to understand your goals and see if we can help.