Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

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VIHA-7191

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

Qualifications, Education and Skills

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Role and Facility Information

We are a team of three practicing physicians seeking a Family Physician to join our vibrant, community-based primary care clinic. Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care, with optional inpatient hospital work and long-term care (elderly/retirement home) coverage. We use a modern EMR and offer strong administrative and collegial support. Ideal candidates are collaborative, patient-centered, and committed to accessible, high-quality care.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive compensation (fee-for-service or alternative, negotiable)

• Flexible scheduling and autonomy over patient panels

• Modern EMR with e-prescribing and integrated labs

• Experienced clerical support and on-site diagnostics nearby

• Mentorship, CME support, and quality-improvement initiatives

• No forced call; hospital/LTC work optional

• Spacious clinic, free parking, and convenient location

Start Date

As soon as possible

Benefits

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA), including (subject to change):

Recruitment Incentive: up to a maximum of $10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)

Relocation: up to a maximum of $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)

Flat fee: $6,508.80

Fee Premium: 4.20%

CME: $2,200/annum year 3-4 and $4,400/annum after 4 years in the community.

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

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/practitioner-professional-resources/physician-compensation/rural-practice-programs

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 Duncan 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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