General Anesthesiologist

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health's Department of Anesthesia on Vancouver Island seeks additional energetic Anesthesiologists to join a team of forty members, providing direct clinical care and teaching medical students and residents across Victoria's two tertiary hospital sites.

Eligible candidates hold RCPSC certification in Anesthesiology and are eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC; previous medical leadership experience is an asset. Start date January 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Royal College certification in Anesthesiology required or equivalent.
• Eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.
• Strong CanMEDS performance across medical expert, collaborator and leader.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical anesthesia care across two Victoria hospital sites.
• Teach medical students and residents as part of academic mission.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in an academic department.

Skills

CanMEDS

Teaching/education

Medical leadership

Education

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Anesthesiology

BC College of Physicians and Surgeons licensure eligibility

Job description

The Department of Anesthesia of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) seeks additional energetic and dedicated Anesthesiologists to join our team of forty members.

Eligible applicants hold Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Anesthesiology and are eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of B.C. Successful candidates will have a strong history of success in all domains of the CanMeds roles outlined by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC. Previous medical leadership experience an asset.

We are a growing academic department providing services integrated across two tertiary hospital sites in Victoria. Affiliated with the University of British Columbia, and the Island Medical Program, responsibilities will include both direct clinical care and teaching of medical students and residents.

We recommend potential applicants work as a locum or include an elective rotation in Victoria during their training.

The Vancouver Island Health Authority provides comprehensive and progressive healthcare services to over 750,000 residents of Vancouver Island.

Start Date

January 1, 2027

Community Information

Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, on theunceded and traditional territories of the Lekwungen People, now known as the Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) and Songhees Nations – Victoria is a forward-thinking, active community and the largest city on the Island. The municipality of Victoria is home to approximately 92,000 people with the Greater Victoria region counting over 397,000 residents. The capital city of British Columbia has a dynamic, thriving economy and a vibrant arts and culture scene, with an unparalleled natural environment enjoyed by residents and visitors. For children entering elementary and secondary school, education options are available through School District 61or other private alternatives.The region also hosts the University of Victoria, Royal Roads University and Camosun College for post secondary.Greater Victoria offers a mix of unique neighbourhoods, world-class attractions and urban amenities to make it one of the most livable cities on the west coast.

Job Types

Permanent Specialty

Department

Facility/Site

Victoria General Hospital and Royal Jubilee Hospital

City

Victoria

Start Date

January 1, 2027

• Eligible for full licensure with College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC
• CMPA Membership
• PALS
• ACLS
• Current in the practice of Vascular, Thoracic, Neurosurgical, Obstetric and Pediatric anesthesia
• Previous medical leadership experience an asset