Family Physician: Indigenous Health & OAT Care

Island Health; Central Saanich; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Central Saanich is seeking a Family Practitioner to work with Indigenous communities. The role includes providing comprehensive health care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and emphasizing cultural safety and trauma-informed care. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of Indigenous health practices and a commitment to serve the community's needs.

Qualifications

• Experience with First Nations communities.
• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racist practice in health care.
• Strong desire to learn from Indigenous patients and communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide Opioid Agonist Treatment and monitor clients' clinical status.
• Work collaboratively with primary care providers and community services.
• Engage with Indigenous patients and families to understand their needs.

Skills

Indigenous cultural safety

Trauma informed care

Relational approach to health care

Collaboration with community services

Education

Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC

Job description

A regional health authority in Central Saanich is seeking a Family Practitioner to work with Indigenous communities. The role includes providing comprehensive health care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and emphasizing cultural safety and trauma-informed care. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of Indigenous health practices and a commitment to serve the community's needs.