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Provide comprehensive family and emergency medical care to the diverse population of Prince Rupert and surrounding communities. Participate in various clinical areas including obstetrics, anesthesia, surgical assists, and outreach to indigenous populations.
Requirements
Applicants must be qualified physicians eligible for practice in British Columbia. While CCFP-EM designation is not required, candidates must be willing to pursue necessary certifications or training programs supported by the facility.
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Family medicine
- Emergency medicine
- Obstetrics
- Anesthesia
- Surgical assists
- OAT
- Long term care
- Rural medicine
Benefits
- Vacation leave
- CME
- Retention premium
- Retention flat fee
- Relocation funding
- Recruitment incentive
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Family Practitioner
- General Practitioner
- Rural Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
- Obstetrics
- Anesthesia
- Surgical Assists
- OAT
- Indigenous Communities
- Prince Rupert Regional Hospital
- CCFP-EM
- Practice Eligibility
- Certificate of Added Competency
- Emergency Education Program
- RCCBC
- Primary Care
- Healthcare
- Physician
Original job description
Role and Facility Information
We are seeking someone who is passionate about rural medicine and outdoor adventure. If you're looking to spend less time commuting and more time by the ocean, our Family Medicine + Emergency Medicine opportunity might be for you. FTE is flexible. There are opportunities in obstetrics, anesthesia, surgical assists, OAT, long term and outreach to indigenous communities.
Join an incredibly supportive group of family physicians and specialists caring for the diverse population of Prince Rupert and the surrounding villages. This a unique opportunity to create the practice you want and achieve a work-life balance in a beautiful, coastal city.
CCFP-EM designation is not required. We will support those wishing to pursue the Practice Eligibility route to obtain the Certificate of Added Competency, or the Emergency Education Program through RCCBC. Coaching, mentorship, and buddy shifts are available for physicians requiring additional support while they transition into practice.
Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is a 30 bed facility, including 26 inpatient beds, 2 maternity and 2 high acuity. The Hospital is receiving $80 million in upgrades over the next few years. There are 4 primary care clinics in Prince Rupert. Emergency Shifts are compensated via a Group Contract.
Prince Rupert is home to amazing wildlife and wilderness adventures, unique history and cultural experiences, and the spectacular scenery of the rugged Coast Mountain Range and the Great Bear Rain Forest. Easily accessible by air, rail, cruise ship, ferry or car, Prince Rupert’s attractions include First Nation cultural works of art, fine North Coast galleries and boutiques, parks and walking trails, restaurants and coffee shops. A balanced lifestyle might include enjoying a round of golf on the golf course or spending time out on the water kayaking, fishing, or taking in the scenery. Reasonable housing costs, organized sports, volunteer opportunities, modern recreation facilities, community groups and festivals all contribute to a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle for those living in this community.
This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.
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Terms
Compensation
Compensation Type Combination Estimated Remuneration $366046-403668
Benefits and Incentives
Vacation Leave 6-8 weeks annualy including CME May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 24.5% Retention Flat Fee $37,181 Relocation Funding Available $9,000-15,000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000 Other Benefits/Incentives Relocation: $15,000 if relocating from outside of Canada: $12,000 if relocating within Canada but outside of BC; $9,000 if relocating within BC.
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