Emergency Medicine (300-0780)

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility in scheduling

Teaching opportunities

Access to outdoor activities

Job summary

Island Health is seeking Emergency Medicine Physicians for locum coverage at North Island Hospital in Campbell River. This role includes teaching opportunities and flexible scheduling, set against the stunning backdrop of Vancouver Island. Join a supportive community with a vibrant outdoor lifestyle and access to numerous recreational activities.

Qualifications

• Must hold CCFP-EM or FRCPC certification.
• Eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of BC.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support are desired qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide locum coverage in the Emergency Department.
• Opportunities for teaching medical students and residents.
• Assess and manage patients in a busy ER setting.

Skills

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Education

CCFP-EM or FRCPC

Full Licensure with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of BC

Job description

The North Island department of Emergency Medicine in Campbell River is currently looking for Emergency Medicine Physicians to provide locum coverage. North Island Hospital Campbell River and District is the regional center for North Vancouver Island, serving an immediate population of close to 40 000 and a regional population of over 50 000. The ER has about 25,000 visits per year (70 visits per day). Local specialties include: ICU, general surgery, anesthesia, OB/GYN, pediatrics, orthopedics, plastic surgery, ENT.

Applicants must hold CCFP-EM or FRCPC Emergency Medicine, and be eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.



Affiliation with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program provides teaching opportunities to medical students and residents.



Our Emergency Medicine Physicians enjoy flexibility in scheduling and fantastic lifestyle opportunities on beautiful Vancouver Island.

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

• Fee Premium: 6.09%

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

The beautiful oceanfront city of Campbell River, population 40,000, is located at mid-point on Vancouver Island’s east coast. The surrounding waters of Discovery Passage, and adjacent numerous lakes and rivers, offer an idyllic setting for outdoor enthusiasts. With a growing trend to eco-travel tours, Campbell River is ideally located to service the Desolation Sound traffic and the popular Broughton and Queen Charlotte Islands. It is a family-friendly community with affordable housing and has easy access to the outdoors – hiking, mountain biking, skiing, boating and fishing are at your doorstep. Enjoy year-round access to world-class golf courses or visit Mt. Washington Resort for spectacular winter skiing and summer mountain biking. The Campbell River municipal airport is a mere 10 minutes from the heart of downtown and is a busy hub of activity. Regular daily flights from Vancouver bring business and vacation travelers while charter flights transport supplies and people to a myriad of northern communities and activities. Campbell River offers unparalleled access to ocean sports, hiking and eco-tourism activities in the northern sections of Vancouver Island. With its enviable west coast climate, stunning natural beauty and endless recreational opportunities, Campbell River offers a quality of life second to none!

Job Types

Department

Emergency & Critical Care Medicine

Facility/Site

Campbell River Hospital

City

Campbell River

Contact

For more information on this and other opportunities please contact:

Darsey Batchelor, Medical Staff Recruiter

Island Health

Email: [e-mail]

Fee for service (stipends for day and night shifts)

Education, Training and Experience

CCFP-EM, FRCPC or ABEM

Full Licensure with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of BC

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - Desired

Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Desired