Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Health Match BC; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established medical practice in Port Alberni is seeking a dedicated physician to join their team. This role offers the chance to take over a well-established panel of 800 patients, with opportunities for diversification in long-term care, addictions medicine, and palliative care. The practice is located in a supportive environment with access to a pharmacy and other allied services. Enjoy a temperate climate and a vibrant community with numerous outdoor activities. This position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a family-friendly setting while enjoying the beauty of the Alberni Valley.

Benefits

Recruitment Incentive - $10,000

Relocation Costs Reimbursement - up to $15,000

Fee Premium - 7.98%

Annual Flat Fee - $12,366.72

Rural CME starting at $2200/annum

Qualifications

• Must have a medical degree and board certification to practice.
• Experience in addictions and palliative care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to a panel of 800 patients.
• Participate in hospital or ER work if desired.

Skills

Patient Care

Addictions Medicine

Palliative Care

Long-term Care

Education

Medical Degree

Board Certification

Tools

MedAccess EMR

Job description

Role and Facility Information

One full-time or two part-time physicians are required to take over a well-established panel of 800 patients by September 2024. There is an opportunity to expand if desired. Participation in hospital or ER work is also an option if interested. The practice offers diversification with long-term care patients, addictions medicine, palliative care, and other allied services. This practice is located in the West Coast Medical Centre, which currently has 4 full-service family physicians on site. The building also houses a pharmacy, Lifelabs, and a Walk-in Clinic. It runs on MedAccess EMR, has low overhead, and features a friendly, experienced MOA, making the transition into this practice easy!

Start Date

September 2024 or after

Benefits

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

• Recruitment Incentive - $10,000
• Relocation Costs Reimbursement: up to $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
• Fee Premium - 7.98%
• Annual Flat Fee - $12,366.72
• Rural CME starting at $2200/annum in year 3 & 4 in community, increasing to a maximum of $4400/annum after 4 years.

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

Community Information

Port Alberni has a new Primary Care Network that offers additional support to area clinics that participate, including a nurse in practice and a visiting pharmacist. Port Alberni is a coastal city with a population of about 18,000, situated in the majestic Alberni Valley surrounded by breathtaking scenery. The temperate climate offers an array of year-round outdoor activities, and it is the gateway to the Pacific Rim communities of Tofino & Ucluelet, and Long Beach, the top Canadian surfing destination. With access to both the ocean and beautiful Sproat Lake, there are many recreational opportunities. Port Alberni is now the official “Ultimate Fishing Town” in Canada. All this and world-class skiing on Mt. Washington is only a short drive away! Port Alberni is a family-friendly community with affordable housing and excellent public schools. Community spirit is evident through numerous activities for children, including programs in music, dance, gymnastics, and all team sports: soccer, baseball, hockey, lacrosse, etc.

Compensation

Compensation Type: Fee-for-Service

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

• Retention Premium - 7.98%
• Retention Flat Fee - $12,367
• Relocation Funding Available - $15,000
• Recruitment Incentive - $10,000
• Other Benefits/Incentives - Rural CME starting at $2200/annum in year 3 & 4 in community, increasing to a maximum of $4400/annum after 4 years.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care