General Surgery

Interior Health Authority; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Williams Lake is seeking a General Surgeon to join the Cariboo Memorial Hospital team. The role offers a balanced practice between office and operative procedures, including opportunities for teaching. Candidates will benefit from a supportive community and leadership development programs. New graduates and experienced surgeons are welcome to apply for this rewarding position.

Benefits

Leadership Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for work and ability to perform a broad range of surgical practices.
• Experience with endoscopic procedures and management of GI bleeds.

Responsibilities

• Perform office, endoscopy, and operating room procedures.
• Manage on-call situations for GI bleeds and participate in teaching programs.

Job description

Overview

We have an excellent opportunity for a General Surgeon to join our team at Cariboo Memorial Hospital. There are currently 2 full time General Surgeons at the site. If you are passionate about your work and are looking for a broad surgical practice in a collegial supportive group and welcoming community setting where you can enjoy endless lifestyle opportunities, apply today and discover the rewards of true work life balance!

There is a balance between office, endoscopy and operating room procedures, with 5 OR and 5 endoscopy days available at CMH per month, in addition to bi-monthly ACU days for minor procedures. There is a requirement to perform endoscopic procedures, including on call management of GI bleeds. The current General Surgeons have a combined office practice and a new addition would be welcomed into joining the group. There is also an optional teaching component with 3rd year medical students as well as residents through UBC. The closest tertiary hospital is RIH and is 3 hours away. We are excited to add new graduates or experienced general surgeons to our team in Williams Lake.

For those interested, Leadership Development Opportunities are available with Interior Health’s NAVIG8 Program. The NAVIG8 Emerging Physician Leaders Program is a comprehensive leadership development program designed specifically for physicians to address the practical leadership knowledge, behaviours and skills that high potential, emerging medical leaders require to step into leadership roles early in their careers. Locums welcomed inquire to learn more. Apply today to live, work and play where others only vacation! It\'s better here!

More information about life in Williams Lake can be found here: http://physicianintransition.ca/category/williams-lake/