Family Practice 200-1103

Island Health; Gabriola; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning community-owned primary care facility on Gabriola Island seeks family doctors to join their dedicated team. This innovative clinic, recognized for its collaborative healthcare approach, offers a supportive environment where physicians can focus on patient care. With a strong commitment to teaching and community involvement, this role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in a rural setting. The clinic offers competitive remuneration, relocation assistance, and incentives to attract passionate healthcare providers. If you're looking to contribute to a thriving community, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation assistance up to $15,000

Recruitment Incentive of $10,000

Fee Premium of 5.95%

Annual Flat Fee of $9,220.80

Rural CME starting at $2,200/year

Qualifications

• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.
• Experience in family medicine and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and urgent care for the community.
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals.

Skills

Family Medicine

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Education

Medical Degree

Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC

Job description

The Gabriola Medical Clinic, located on the unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation on Gabriola Island, is an award-winning, community-owned primary care facility seeking family doctors to join our team of physicians and one Nurse Practitioner.

About Us

We provide primary and urgent care for Gabriola Island, working collaboratively in the same building with mental health RN, community social worker, and home and community care RN. This setup facilitates accessible discussions, either by phone or in person, to ensure optimal patient care. Dr. Erin Cusack shares, "With so much support from great administrative staff and other professionals, I am able to devote my time to what matters most — the patient."

Our Community and Recognition

Supported by nearly 5,000 residents, we received the 2018 Rural BC Community Award for our innovative and collaborative healthcare approach. Our team has also earned the 2022 BC Achievement Award and the 2022 Above and Beyond Award for exceptional service. We are passionate about teaching and have partnered with the University of British Columbia to host medical students for over 10 years.

Specialist and Emergency Services

We host visiting specialists in plastic surgery, cardiology, psychiatry, and general surgery. Emergency services include BCEHS, Air Ambulance, and the Gabriola Volunteer Fire Department, working collaboratively with physicians on challenging cases. Dr. Tracey Thorne notes, "Our successes are team-based, and our losses are shared amongst us, making the challenges of rural practice easier to handle."

Compensation and Incentives

Remuneration ranges from $3,000 to $5,000 per month, with detailed discussions available for interested candidates. Additional remuneration may include:

• Relocation assistance up to $15,000
• Recruitment Incentive of $10,000
• Fee Premium of 5.95%
• Annual Flat Fee of $9,220.80
• Rural CME starting at $2,200/year in years 3 and 4, increasing to $4,400/year after 4 years

These amounts are current as of December 2024 and are subject to change.

Work Schedule and On-call

Monday to Wednesday: 9 am - 4 pm; Thursday: 10 am - 4 pm; Friday: 9 am - 3 pm. After-hours emergency on-call involves one weeknight and one weekend per month, compensated through MOCAP.

Contract and Qualifications

We offer an APP contract with regular monthly payments. Interested candidates should be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.