Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Health Match BC; Terrace; On-site; CAD 473,000 - 578,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention premium

Relocation funding available

Recruitment incentive

Job summary

Health Match BC seeks a skilled GP Anesthetist to join our Medical Staff at Ksyen Regional Hospital in Terrace, BC. The role serves a catchment of about 86,000 people, with 4 operating rooms and a wide range of surgical services, including orthopedics and obstetrics.

The hospital emphasizes trauma care, recovery, and culturally safe care for Indigenous populations. The community offers a balanced lifestyle near the Pacific coast, with access to outdoor activities and a growing regional

Job description

Role and Facility Information

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate GP Anesthetist to join our dynamic team in Terrace, BC. As a key member of our Medical Staff, you would be providing essential care to a catchment area of approximately 86,000 people.

Ksyen Regional Hospital has 4 operating rooms and currently provides the following surgical services:

• General Surgery
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Otolaryngology (visiting)
• Ophthalmology
• Plastic Surgery
• Dental Surgery
• Urology (visiting)
• Orthopaedic Surgery (with a dedicated OR suite)

We offer a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment dedicated to professional growth and development.

Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients in November 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, it is a center for trauma services, acute care, surgical services pathology, radiology, clinical support and pharmacy services for the Northwest region. The hospital staff prides itself on delivering culturally safe care to our Indigenous populations.

Hospital facilities

• 42 Acute Care Beds
• 20 bed Psychiatry unit
• 4 surgical suites, including a dedicated Orthopedics OR
• 6 ICU Beds, with potential to expand to 8
• 20 Bed Emergency Department with 2 Trauma Bays
• Large Ambulatory Care Unit
• Community Cancer clinic
• Hemodialysis Unit
• Pediatric Care Space
• MRI, CT, and Nuclear Medicine services

The new hospital will also include a Tier 3 neonatal intensive care unit and special care nursery, which will provide community-based antenatal and postnatal services, education and parenting support to pregnant individuals.

The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program and residents through the UBC Family Medicine Residency Program.

Surround yourself by the stunning coastal mountain range and lush ancient rainforest just minutes away from the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the mild winters, back and cross country skiing, heli-skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, indoor and outdoor skating, ice-fishing and an evening soak in the local hot springs. In the summer, go golfing, hiking, mountain biking, camping, rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking and swimming in the pristine lakes and of course, the world‑class Salmon fishing. Keep an eye out for a rare white Kermode or “spirit” bear. In the evening, relax in one of the many pubs, restaurants or the local brewery, or go dancing and see local musicians perform, or maybe attend one of the art, dance or musical shows. Go local and shop at the Northwest biggest farmer’s market. Feeling creative? Then, audition and act at the local theatre. Whatever your interests are, you will have access to numerous activities and amenities within minutes from your home – reclaim your work-life balance and join us!

Terrace is a vibrant, entrepreneurial and friendly community with a medical catchment area of 31000, clean air, affordable life and housing. Historically a forestry industry, Terrace has grown into a regional service town with government and educational social services as the biggest employers as well as strong presence of construction, trades, transportation and growth in manufacturing and tourism. There are three secondary and six elementary schools, one long‑distance education and one French emersion, a Northwest Community College campus and a University of British Columbia campus.

Terms

Compensation Type: Alternative Payment Arrangement
Estimated Remuneration: 525000

Benefits and Incentives

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 19.6% Retention Flat Fee $19,706 Relocation Funding Available $9,000-15,000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000