Family Practitioner/General Practitioner
- Smithers, BC, Canada
Vacation Leave 6-8 weeks annually, including CME May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 20.02% Retention Flat Fee $31,025 Relocation Funding Available $9,000-15,000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000 Other Benefits/Incentives Recruitment incentives, relocation stipends, and onboarding support provided. · Full-time
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- Vacation Leave 6-8 weeks annually, including CME May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 20.02% Retention Flat Fee $31,025 Relocation Funding Available $9,000-15,000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000 Other Benefits/Incentives Recruitment incentives, relocation stipends, and onboarding support provided.
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
We are seeking a Family Practitioner with Enhanced Surgical Skills (ESS) or Obstetrical Surgical Skills (OSS) to join a collaborative and supportive medical team in the vibrant community of Smithers, BC.
This is an exciting opportunity for a physician who enjoys providing comprehensive rural medicine while practicing to the full scope of their training. The successful candidate will join a team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across the Northwest region.
The Incoming Physician Will Provide a Combination Of
- Comprehensive family practice
- Hospital-based care
- Emergency department participation (optional depending on interests and call arrangements)
- Surgical assisting and ESS/OSS services
- Obstetrical care, including cesarean sections (for OSS physicians)
- Collaborative care alongside family physicians, specialists, nursing staff, midwives, and allied health professionals
Bulkley Valley District Hospital serves the Smithers region and provides:
- 24/7 Emergency Department services
- Inpatient acute care
- Surgical services
- Obstetrical care
- Diagnostic imaging
- Laboratory services
- Visiting specialist support
Nestled at the base of the iconic Hudson Bay Mountain, Smithers is a welcoming community known for its breathtaking scenery, exceptional outdoor recreation, and strong sense of community.
Residents Enjoy
- World-class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and backcountry adventures
- A thriving arts and culture scene
- Excellent schools and family-friendly neighborhoods
- Easy access to wilderness, lakes, rivers, and provincial parks
- A vibrant downtown featuring local shops, restaurants, and cafés
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Terms
Compensation
Compensation Type Fee-for-Service Estimated Remuneration $400,000+
Benefits and Incentives
Vacation Leave 6-8 weeks annually, including CME May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 20.02% Retention Flat Fee $31,025 Relocation Funding Available $9,000-15,000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000 Other Benefits/Incentives Recruitment incentives, relocation stipends, and onboarding support provided.
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Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive family practice and hospital-based care, with participation in emergency services depending on interests and call arrangements. Deliver surgical assisting and enhanced surgical or obstetrical services, including cesarean sections for physicians with OSS, while collaborating with hospital and community care teams.
Requirements
The role seeks a Family Practitioner with Enhanced Surgical Skills (ESS) or Obstetrical Surgical Skills (OSS). The physician will provide comprehensive rural care and work collaboratively with family physicians, specialists, nursing staff, midwives, and allied health professionals.
Skills
- Comprehensive Family Practice
- Rural Medicine
- Hospital-Based Care
- Emergency Department Care
- Enhanced Surgical Skills
- Surgical Assisting
- Obstetrical Care
- Cesarean Sections
- Patient-Centered Care
- Collaborative Care
Benefits
- Vacation Leave
- Continuing Medical Education Leave
- Retention Premium
- Retention Flat Fee
- Relocation Funding
- Recruitment Incentive
- Onboarding Support
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Family Practice
- Rural Medicine
- Enhanced Surgical Skills
- Obstetrical Surgical Skills
- Hospital-Based Care
- Emergency Department
- Surgical Assisting
- Obstetrical Care
- Cesarean Sections
- Acute Care
- Inpatient Care
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Laboratory Services
- Visiting Specialist Support
- Patient-Centered Care
- Collaborative Care
- Fee-for-Service
- Rural Subsidiary Agreement