Ophthalmologist – Vitreoretinal Surgeon (200-1882)

The Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) Department of Surgical Services is seeking a fellowship trained surgical retina specialist to join the Division of Ophthalmology in Nanaimo to provide services to the community and subspecialist services to the region.

Eligible applicants must:
- be a Canadian citizen, have permanent residency, or legal status in Canada;
- hold Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Ophthalmology;
- have completed ophthalmology residency in Canada;
- have a minimum 1 year of vitreoretinal surgery post graduate fellowship training completed by July 2026 in a recognized fellowship program;
- and, be eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of B.C.

The successful candidate will have surgical time allocated to them in the main operating room with anesthesiology support.

Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (356 acute care beds) enjoys state-of-the-art surgical suites with access to a private surgical centre located adjacent to the hospital. The hospital has full diagnostic capabilities, including a 64-slice CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, a cancer clinic and critical care intensivists and is a UBC Postgraduate Family Practice Residency program site.

The Nanaimo medical community totals over 200 physicians with strong primary care physicians and a full array of skilled specialist colleagues who serve a population of 160,000 and secondary referral services to a population of over 350,000.

Start date:

As soon as possible

Community information:

Located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island on the unceded and traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw, Snaw-naw-as, and Stzuminus people, Nanaimo is a vibrant community rich in history and culture. The city is home to over 104,000 residents, making it one of the largest urban centers on the island. Nanaimo boasts a dynamic economy and a thriving arts scene, all set against the backdrop of its stunning waterfront and lush forests. This forward-thinking city places a strong emphasis on sustainability and community well-being, fostering an inclusive environment for all its residents. Families have access to a variety of education options through the Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District, along with various independent schools. For those pursuing higher education, Vancouver Island University provides a range of esteemed programs that contribute to the city’s reputation as an educational hub.