Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

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VIHA-6433

Status Open Site Type Clinic Type of Position Permanent Date Range Hours of Work Part Time or Full Time On Call Comments

Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC)

Eligible for Provisional Privileges at Cowichan District Hospital (preferred, however not required)

Desired:

Experience working in Primary Care

Experience providing care in Long Term Care

Experience using electronic health record

Experience in team-based care

Qualifications, Education and Skills

Requisites

Role and Facility Information

The Cowichan Valley is seeking Family Practitioners to work with a team of practitioners and other health providers to collectively deliver care to patients in the Cowichan area. This position will provide regular primary care with a focus on Long Term Care.

In this position the Family Practitioner will participate as a member of an inter-professional team that will include Nurse Practitioners, other FPs, medical office assistants, registered nurses, and, social workers.

The Family Practitioner can participate in an after-hours call group, sharing after-hours coverage with other practitioners.

Benefits

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidy agreement including:

Retention Premium = 4.2%

•Retention Flat Fee = $6,508.80

•Recruitment Incentive = $10,000 (pro-rated for part-time)

•Relocation = up to a maximum of $15,000

•CME:

- Years 3 & 4: $2,200/annum

- After 4 years: $4,400/annum

The above amounts are current as of November 2024 and may be subject to change.

For more information, please visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/practitioner-professional-resources/physician-compensation/rural-practice-programs/rural-practice-subsidiary-agreement

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Additional Information:

2.0 FTE available and can negotiate the details of the position (i.e.: work hours, clinic location)

Community Information:

Located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, the City of Duncan enjoys Canada’s most temperate climate. Characterized by diverse landscapes from lush countryside to scenic coastal villages and charming inland communities, the Cowichan Valley encompasses freshwater lakes, saltwater beaches and marinas, and farmland. The area offers a wide variety of attractions for outdoor enthusiasts including great hiking and biking trails, golfing, sailing, canoeing and ocean kayaking. In addition to many local artisans and attractions, the South Cowichan Valley boasts five top vineyards and wineries.

Public education in Cowichan is complemented by renowned local private schools and located only 45 minutes south, Victoria also offers excellent educational, cultural and recreational opportunities.

Vancouver Island, one of Canada’s most livable regions, provides the very best in both urban and rural living. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, Vancouver Island offers an opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an enviable quality of life.

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