Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Health Match BC; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation funding

Recruitment incentive

CME starting at $2,200/yr increasing

Job summary

Health Match BC invites a physician to Port Alberni to start a new family practice or to take over an established patient panel from a retiring physician. The clinic offers space and MOA support, with opportunities to set own EMR preference or continue current paper-based billing transitioning to electronic systems.

The retiring physician intends to provide part-time clinic hours during transition, creating flexibility for practice setup and growth within a supportive rural community with a

Qualifications

• Licensed medical doctor with current BC license.
• Experience in family medicine or GP practice preferred.
• Ability to work with an existing patient panel and MOA support.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care in a family practice setting.
• Collaborate with MOA and staff to manage patient flow and records.
• Establish and grow a practice or take over an existing panel as signed by the retiring physician.

Skills

Patient care

Clinic management

Care coordination

Education

MD/DO

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Role and Facility Information
The clinic located in Port Alberni has an opportunity for an additional physician to start a new practice or consider taking over an established patient panel from the current physician who is considering eventual retirement. As they transition to full retirement, the current physician is interested in providing part-time clinic hours.
The clinic is located in a 3-level building which is owned by the current physician. There is ample space on the upper floor for another practitioner, as well as office and record storage space in the basement. The existing clinic is located on the main floor of the structure.
With an experienced MOA, whether you are looking to start your own practice or are ready to eventually take over an established practice, there are many opportunities here to make it your own. The existing family practice of 43 years is paper-based with electronic billing. This allows you to choose your own preferred EMR, if desired.
Start Date
To be determined
Community Information
Port Alberni, a coastal city with a population of 18,000, is situated in the majestic Alberni Valley surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
This temperate valley climate offers an array of year-round outdoor activities. The gateway to the Pacific Rim communities of Tofino & Ucluelet, and Long Beach, the top Canadian surfing destination, Port Alberni enjoys easy access to the best recreational opportunities on Vancouver Island. Port Alberni is now the official “Ultimate Fishing Town” in Canada. All this and world-class skiing on Mt. Washington are only a short drive away!
Port Alberni is a family-friendly community with affordable housing and strong public schools. Community spirit abounds and is evident by the abundance of activities for children including programs in music, dance, gymnastics and all team sports like soccer, baseball, hockey, lacrosse etc. Sproat Lake, located just outside of the city is the ideal location to base your family home.
Located within a 60-minute drive from Nanaimo and offering easy access to Vancouver and Victoria, Port Alberni provides access to big-city amenities with all the charm and character of a rural community.
Terms
Compensation
Compensation Type Fee-for-Service
Benefits and Incentives
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 7.98% Retention Flat Fee $9,186 Relocation Funding Available $Up to $15,000 Recruitment Incentive $10,000 Other Benefits/Incentives Rural CME starting at $2,200/annum after 2 years in the community increasing to a maximum of $4,400 after 4 years.