General Surgery

HealthMatch BC; Powell River; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization as a General Surgeon in the stunning Powell River area! This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment with a dedicated team of surgeons, providing comprehensive surgical care in a community known for its natural beauty and vibrant culture. You will enjoy a balanced schedule that includes office work, endoscopy, and operating room procedures, along with flexible arrangements to accommodate your personal needs. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to community health, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patients' lives while enjoying the great outdoors.

Benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive discount offers

Qualifications

• Must hold a full CPSBC license and FRCSC certification.
• 10+ years of surgical experience preferred, especially in rural settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform general surgical procedures in a supportive team environment.
• Participate in teaching and mentorship of surgical residents.

Skills

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)

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

Surgical experience

Education

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)

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

Job description

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Desired

Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Desired

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

Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) - Mandatory

Role and Facility Information

Come work as a General Surgeon with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

We are looking for a general surgeon to replace a retiring surgeon on our team in Powell River, situated in the North Sunshine Coast. With a surrounding population of approximately 25,000, the town is a popular summer tourist destination known for its natural beauty, vibrant festivals (such as PRISMA and Kathaumix), and a growing food scene. With 32 lakes and innumerable rivers in the immediate surrounds, life in the community is maximized by spending time in the outdoors.

qathet General is a 33-bed hospital with a wonderful group of primary care physicians and specialists including obstetrics, ophthalmology, internal medicine, GP anesthesia and GP/IM oncology. We provide full service general surgery including endoscopy surgical services. This opportunity is to join a team of 2 other surgeons with a well-established office and 3 lovely and experienced MOAs. The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about general surgery looking for a broad surgical practice in a supportive surgical group and welcoming community setting. Previous 10 year plus surgical experience especially in a rural setup would be an asset.

The work balance comprises office, endoscopy, ambulatory, and operating room procedures. Our schedule is currently arranged in 6-week cycles with 4 weeks on and 2 weeks without call or scheduled hospital-based work. During the weeks on, there is an average of 2 days of endoscopy, 1 half day of ambulatory, and 1 full OR day alongside clinic each week. Call is divided in 1-week increments from Monday to the following Sunday. The schedule is created collaboratively each year amongst the 3 surgeons and is flexible to accommodate vacations or important dates. Additionally, we have good locum support over key holidays and other periods that will continue. Our general surgery practice hosts 1-2 general surgery residents each year so there are teaching and mentorship opportunities available.

Job posting is for a position covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination order and selected applicant(s) must comply with the requirements of the order.

Start date: 01/01/2025 negotiable but preferably no later than 04/01/2025.

Qualifications

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Full
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) - Mandatory

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Located on the northern Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Powell River has been nicknamed the "Cultural Capital of Canada" in recognition of its strong arts and cultural programs. Thanks to one of the mildest climates in Canada, gardening, golfing and fishing are year-round activities in Powell River. Add in a thriving arts and cultural community, and spectacular West Coast scenery, and you’ll see why those who visit want to stay. Residents and visitors enjoy world-class fishing, hiking, diving, canoeing, sailing, and kayaking.