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Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

  • Kelowna, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Role and Facility Information

Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team at this medical where we deliver family-centric, team-based care for children and youth impacted by child maltreatment. As a Family Provider, you will play a key role in supporting children who have experienced sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, or emotional abuse, ensuring they receive compassionate, coordinated care.

What You Will Do

Work collaboratively within the CYAC medical clinic alongside a clinic coordinator (MSW), RN, and Pediatrician.

Partner With a Broad Network Of Professionals, Including

RCMP for law enforcement

MCFD social workers for child protection

Elizabeth Fry Society for sexual assault counseling and court preparation

Mental health counselors

SD23 school liaison

Contribute to a wraparound, trauma-informed approach that integrates medical, legal, social, and mental health services under one roof.

At CYAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment dedicated to reducing trauma and promoting healing. Our team works together to ensure every child and family receives the care and advocacy they deserve.

Medical Credentials

To practice as a Family Physician in British Columbia, applicants must meet the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC (CPSBC) registration and licensure requirements, including:

Graduation from an approved medical school.

Completion of a Family Medicine residency (2–3 years) and certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC).

Successful completion of the Medical Council of Canada qualifying examinations.

Licensing by the CPSBC.

Professional Standards

Adherence to CPSBC practice standards and ethical guidelines, including mandatory reporting under the Child, Family and Community Service Act when a child is believed to need protection.

Clinical Competencies

Ability to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed care to children and youth (ages 0–19) who have experienced sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, or emotional abuse.

Commitment to addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and mitigating health inequities in vulnerable populations through screening, early intervention, and culturally safe practices.

Collaboration

Willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team that includes pediatricians, nurses, social workers, law enforcement, mental health counselors, and school liaisons to deliver wraparound care.

Additional Expectations

Maintain ongoing professional development in trauma-informed care, cultural safety, and child maltreatment best practices.

Demonstrate strong communication skills and advocacy for child health and well-being.

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Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type Fee-for-Service Estimated Remuneration 50,000 Physician Overhead N/A Billing Split N/A

Benefits and Incentives

Other Benefits/Incentives Clinic Coordinator (Master of Social Work position) performs all online booking and admin work for the clinic. Access to Med Access training. Training in the area of child abuse and maltreatment. Access to Radiology/CPSU Rounds on-site parking

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Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, trauma-informed medical care to children and youth affected by abuse or neglect, and contribute to coordinated services that support their health and well-being. Collaborate with clinic staff and community partners across medical, legal, social, and mental health services to deliver wraparound care and advocacy.

Requirements

Applicants must graduate from an approved medical school, complete a Family Medicine residency, hold CFPC certification, pass the Medical Council of Canada qualifying examinations, and obtain CPSBC licensure. The role also requires trauma-informed and culturally safe care, compliance with professional standards and mandatory child-protection reporting, and effective multidisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

  • Family Medicine
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Child Maltreatment Care
  • Pediatric Care
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Child Protection Reporting
  • Cultural Safety
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences Screening
  • Early Intervention
  • Health Equity
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Care Coordination
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Communication
  • Professional Development

Benefits

  • Clinic Coordinator Handles Online Booking and Administrative Work
  • Med Access Training
  • Training in Child Abuse and Maltreatment
  • Access to Radiology and CPSU Rounds
  • On-Site Parking

Visa sponsorship

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Categories

  • Healthcare
  • Social Services

Keywords

  • Family Medicine
  • General Practice
  • Child and Youth Advocacy Centre
  • Child Maltreatment
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Physical Abuse
  • Neglect
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences
  • Cultural Safety
  • Health Equity
  • Child Protection
  • Mandatory Reporting
  • College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia
  • College of Family Physicians of Canada
  • Medical Council of Canada
  • Multidisciplinary Team
  • Wraparound Care
  • Care Coordination
  • Pediatrician
  • Registered Nurse
  • Social Work
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Law Enforcement
  • Med Access
  • Radiology Rounds
  • CPSU Rounds

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