Internal Medicine — Gastroenterology

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VIHA-7776

Status Open Site Victoria General Hospital, Royal Jubilee Hospital, Saanich Peninsula Hospital, and SISC Site Type Hospital Type of Position Permanent Date Range Hours of Work Full-Time On Call Comments

Eligible for FRCPC - Gastroenterology and / or Eligible for full licensure - (Gastroenterology ) with College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC

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The Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) Division of Gastroenterology has an opening for an additional member to join a group of 16 Gastroenterologists based in Victoria. The Division provides services to a direct referral population of 375,000 and a tertiary referral population of 800,000.

The successful candidate will join the Division of Gastroenterology in a full time capacity and participate in paid on-call coverage with 16 members covering 4 sites and establish a private community consultation practice. ERCP skills are required for this position. Additional therapeutic endoscopy skills such as EUS would be considered an asset.

The Division of Gastroenterology is affiliated with the University of British Columbia and the Island Medical Program. Your responsibilities will include direct clinical care with some teaching of medical students and residents. Opportunities for clinical research are available.

Community Information

ocated on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, on the unceded and traditional territories of the Lekwungen People, now known as the Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) and Songhees Nations – Victoria is a forward-thinking, active community and the largest city on the Island. The municipality of Victoria is home to approximately 92,000 people with the Greater Victoria region counting over 397,000 residents. The capital city of British Columbia has a dynamic, thriving economy and a vibrant arts and culture scene, with an unparalleled natural environment enjoyed by residents and visitors. For children entering elementary and secondary school, education options are available through School District 61 or other private alternatives. The region also hosts the University of Victoria, Royal Roads University and Camosun College for post secondary. Greater Victoria offers a mix of unique neighbourhoods, world-class attractions and urban amenities to make it one of the most livable cities on the west coast.

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