General Surgery

Health Match BC; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Fraser Health is seeking an academically motivated colorectal surgeon to shape a nationally recognized center of excellence at Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster. The role emphasizes research, teaching, and program development within a large health system.

The ideal candidate will bring advanced colorectal expertise, strong leadership, and a commitment to education and multidisciplinary collaboration across Fraser Health and the UBC medical education program.

Qualifications

• Exceptional technical expertise in complex colorectal procedures (rectal cancer, IBD, diverticulitis, benign anorectal disease).
• Fellowship training in colorectal surgery is desirable.
• Must hold CMPA and FRCSC credentials.

Responsibilities

• Drive regional program expansion through research and quality improvement.
• Educate and mentor medical trainees within a collegial environment.

Skills

Colorectal techniques

Minimally invasive surgery

Academic leadership

Education

FRCSC credentials

CMPA credential

Colorectal fellowship desirable

Job description

Role and Facility Information

The Division of General Surgery at Royal Columbian Hospital and the Fraser Heath are seeking an academically motivated and collaborative colorectal surgeon dedicated to shaping a nationally recognized center of excellence.

Qualifications

1. Should possess exceptional technical expertise in complex colorectal procedures, including rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, minimally invasive surgery, and benign anorectal disease.
2. Fellowship training in colorectal surgery is desirable.
3. Must hold CMPA and FRCSC credentials

Beyond providing outstanding clinical care, we seek a visionary leader with a growth mindset who will drive regional program expansion through research, quality improvement, and innovative models of care. Ultimately, the ideal candidate must be a passionate educator and mentor who champions a collegial, supportive environment for medical trainees while advancing the future of colorectal surgery. There are currently ten general surgeons in the group, including subspecialty hepatobiliary surgical oncology, colorectal, breast, and trauma/acute care surgeons.

Academic opportunities: As a member of the Fraser Health medical staff, you will participate in the University of British Columbia (UBC) medical education program and are expected to apply for a clinical faculty appointment in the Division of General Surgery, UBC.

About Royal Columbian Hospital: RCH Hospital is a regional referral hospital and a level 1 trauma center serving over 1.9 million people. Located in New Westminster, 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver, RCH has 675 inpatient beds and new operating suites opening in Fall 2026.

Closing date: October 15, 2026.

Anticipated start date: November 1, 2026.

Compensation: FFS | MOCAP

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

Compensation

Compensation Type Fee-for-Service