Emergency Medicine Physicians: Island Health (Vancouver Island, BC)
Outside of NS
Island Health is seeking Emergency Medicine Physicians for rural and urban communities on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Find unlimited possibilities for your career, family and future. Learn how we can support your family's move to the west coast.
The role
We are currently looking to hire full-time and part-time physicians in our close-knit coastal towns as well as our urban centres. Emergency Medicine opportunities are available in Victoria, Saanichton, Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo and Port Alberni. Populations range from 5,000 to 390,000. The successful candidates will enjoy flexibility in scheduling at each of the positions.
Affiliation with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program provides teaching opportunities to medical students and residents.
Sponsored site visits/interviews available as well as relocation assistance to successful candidates.
The Communities
Island Health acknowledges with respect and humility the Coast Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth and Kwakwaka’wakw People on whose unceded traditional territories we offer our services and programs. We recognize, gain knowledge and respect the differences in each individual we serve. The right to feel culturally safe is for everyone.
Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, Vancouver Island is the true west coast, located offshore from the city of Vancouver in British Columbia.
Each city offers a close proximity to a wide array of recreational activities including kayaking, kite boarding, windsurfing, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, running, skiing and golfing.
These vibrant, growing communities provide opportunities to connect with nature through whale watching, bird watching and the many trail networks. Local environmental education programs also help foster a respect for the planet, making it a perfect place to raise a family.
With its diversity of landscapes, rich heritage and robust cultural scene, the Vancouver Island region offers an opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an enviable quality of life.
Requirements:
- CCFP-EM, FRCPC, ABEM or USA Certified class
- Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia
Remuneration:
- Service Contract.
- Additional benefits may be available to successful candidates as per the Ministry of Health’s Rural Recruitment Contingency Fund in eligible communities. *Dependent on rural location. Benefits include recruitment incentive, relocation costs reimbursement, fee premium, annual flat fee and annual rural CME.
Apply to find out more!
Whether your interests are clinical, administrative, educational, research or simply a great place to live and work, practicing emergency medicine with Island Health will meet and exceed your professional and lifestyle goals.
We would be delighted to provide more information to anyone interested.
We would be delighted to provide more information to anyone interested - please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!