Emergency Medicine

Health Match BC; Lake Cowichan; On-site; GBP 122,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Premium 4.2%

Relocation funding up to CAD 15,000

Recruitment incentive up to CAD 10,000

Job summary

Cowichan District Hospital in the Cowichan Valley, BC, seeks Emergency Medicine physicians for permanent full-time and part-time roles. The ED handles ~125 visits daily with RADU support and teaching opportunities for medical students and residents.

A new hospital opening in 2027 will expand OR and ICU capacity, enhancing inpatient services. We value collegial teamwork across acute and community settings and invite physicians who enjoy teaching, urgent care, and flexible scheduling including Day

Qualifications

• CCFP-EM or FRCP certification required.
• Experience in emergency department operations and RADU is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work Emergency Department shifts (Day, Afternoon, Early Evening, Late Evening, Overnight).
• Participate in RADU shifts and teaching medical students/residents.
• Collaborate with hospital and university partners on ED planning and patient care.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Board certified

Teaching residents

RADU shifts

Education

CCFP-EM

FRCP

Job description

Role and Facility Information

Seeking Emergency Medicine physicians for permanent full-time and part-time positions at Cowichan District Hospital. We are a group of enthusiastic ED physicians with CCFP-EM and FRCP certification. Our Emergency Department sees around 125 visits per day. In addition to regular Emergency Department shifts, we also have a Rapid Access and Diagnostic Virtual Unit (RADU), which manages patients meeting strict criteria who are likely to be discharged within 24hrs of admission. The RADU physician also supports the Emergency Department. We have double coverage from 09:00 to 01:00 every day and triple coverage from 11-1930.

We are looking for someone to work Emergency Department shifts - Day, Afternoon, Early Evening, Late Evening and Overnight, as well as RADU shifts. We are affiliated with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program and participate in teaching medical students and residents (limited to certain shifts). We are also the pre-deployment readiness site for military physicians and PAs.

The Cowichan medical community is tightly knit, with great collegial relationships across the acute and community settings, and an active and engaged Division of Family Practice and Medical Staff Association. As a physician group, we are excited to be actively involved in planning for the new Cowichan District Hospital, which will feature state of the art equipment and design, is expected to be completed in 2027 and will bring added inpatient capacity (203 beds, 185 operational at opening) as well as expanded OR and ICU capacity.

We would be delighted to provide more information to anyone interested – please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Community Information

Nestled in between Victoria and Nanaimo, and comprising of over 15 communities, the Cowichan Valley showcases a rich variety of landscapes — from rolling farmland and countryside to lakes, beaches and quaint coastal villages. The Cowichan Valley is located on the unceded and traditional territories of the Quw’utsun, Malahat, Ts’uubaa-asatx, Halalt, Penelakut, Stz’uminus, Lyackson, Pauquachin, Ditidaht & Pacheedaht Peoples. This region boasts one of Canada’s most temperate and enjoyable climates. Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless adventure opportunities including hiking, biking, golfing, sailing, kayaking and fishing. The Cowichan Valley is celebrated for its top craft beverage producers and a thriving community of local artisans. Families can choose among public education or several private schools nearby. This community has a perfect blend of rural life with convenient access to airports, urban amenities and the scenic Gulf Islands.

Compensation

Compensation Type Alternative Payment Arrangement

Benefits and Incentives

• Retention Premium 4.2%


• Retention Flat Fee $6,509


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


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