Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

HealthMatch BC; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a family physician in the stunning Port Alberni on Vancouver Island. This role offers the chance to take over a well-established practice with a dedicated patient panel of 1300, ensuring a seamless transition facilitated by the current physician. With a vibrant community, stunning natural surroundings, and abundant outdoor activities, this position not only promises professional fulfillment but also a lifestyle enriched by nature's beauty. Join a supportive environment that values healthcare professionals and enjoy the benefits of living in a family-friendly community with excellent amenities. Don't miss out on this chance to make a meaningful impact in a picturesque setting!

Benefits

Recruitment Incentive - $10,000

Fee Premium - 7.98%

Annual Flat Fee - $12,110.22

Rural CME funding up to $4400/annum

Retention Premium 7.98%

Retention Flat Fee $12,367

Relocation Funding Available $15,000

Qualifications

• CPSBC License is mandatory for practice.
• CCFP Certification is required for family physicians.
• CMPA Membership is necessary for medical practice.

Responsibilities

• Take over a well-established family practice with a patient panel of 1300.
• Facilitate a smooth transition for patients from the current physician.

Skills

CPSBC License

CCFP Certification

CMPA Membership

Job description

Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License

Full Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) Mandatory

Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Mandatory

Role and Facility Information

A great opportunity for a family physician to take over a well-established practice with a patient panel of 1300 in beautiful Port Alberni on Vancouver Island is available. There is also the option to negotiate a smaller panel. The current physician can facilitate a gradual and smooth transition for patients and the new doctor.

Start Date: As soon as possible

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

1. Recruitment Incentive - $10,000
2. Fee Premium - 7.98%
3. Annual Flat Fee - $12,110.22
4. Rural CME starting at $2200/annum in year 3&4 in community, increasing to a maximum of $4400/annum after 4 years.

Community Information

The Alberni Valley has a population of over 18,000 and is centrally located on Vancouver Island. Just an hour’s drive to the beautiful beaches of Tofino and Ucluelet to the West and an hour East to Nanaimo, where a ferry or floatplane can get you to Vancouver in a heartbeat.

The valley is surrounded by beautiful mountains renowned for hiking, mountain biking, trail running, quadding, hunting, and camping. The ocean inlet is ideal for fishing and windsurfing, and Sproat Lake was just voted the best lake in British Columbia. World-class skiing on Mt. Washington is only a short drive away! The temperate climate offers an array of year-round outdoor activities and many recreational opportunities.

Port Alberni is a family-friendly community with affordable housing and excellent public schools. There is an abundance of activities for children, including programs in music, dance, gymnastics, and all team sports: soccer, baseball, hockey, lacrosse, etc.

Other Benefits/Incentives:

1. Retention Premium 7.98%
2. Retention Flat Fee $12,367
3. Relocation Funding Available $15,000 (up to)
4. Recruitment Incentive $10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)

Situated in the central interior of Vancouver Island at the end of a long narrow inlet, Port Alberni is one of the few ports on the west coast that provides shelter against some of the powerful Pacific weather systems. Blessed with a moderate climate, it harbors both commercial fishing vessels and pleasure craft. Recreational activities in the area include fishing, hiking, scuba diving, golfing, kayaking, and windsurfing.