Emergency Physician

ACEP Now; Prince George; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional hospital in Prince George, Canada, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Physician to join their team. The role involves handling a high volume of ER visits and acting as a trauma team leader while also participating in the education of medical students and residents. Candidates with CCFP(EM) or FRCPC qualifications are encouraged to apply. The position offers a fulfilling practice in a supportive environment with various recreational activities nearby.

Qualifications

• Full range of emergency medicine duties.
• Participation in education of medical students and residents.
• Experience in a level 3 trauma centre.

Responsibilities

• Handle approximately 52,000 ER visits annually.
• Act as trauma team leader (TTL).

Education

CCFP(EM) or FRCPC grads

Job description

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC) is seeking an Emergency Physician to join our team. The selected candidate would work among a collegial group of physicians in a level 3 trauma centre that handles approximately 52,000 ER visits annually. A full complement of specialist services is available, as well as diagnostic services including both MRI & 2 CT scanners. The position will involve a full range of emergency medicine as well as trauma team leader (TTL) duties and participation in the education of medical students and residents. We are looking for both CCFP(EM) and FRCPC grads.

UHNBC serves both the immediate population of Prince George (approx. 87,000) and is a referral centre for Northern BC (total population approx. 300,000). It is the main teaching centre for medical students in the Northern Medical Program (NMP) and provides teaching for University of British Columbia residents in several specialties.

Prince George offers affordable housing, short commutes, the best of both rural and urban living, top tier education and athletics and world-class cross-country ski facilities and biking trails minutes from town.

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