Internal Medicine

Health Match BC; Comox; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Relocation costs reimbursement

Fee premium

Annual flat fee

Rural CME

Job summary

Health Match BC is supporting a part-time Geriatrician role based in Comox, BC, joining a team of Island Health physicians. The position involves outpatient and inpatient consultations, with academic collaboration through the Island Medical Program and teaching of learners.

Start date is as soon as possible, with incentives and relocation support available. Competitive compensation is offered under a clinical service contract, with additional incentives and CME opportunities for rural practice.

Qualifications

• FRCPC or Care of the Elderly qualifications required.
• Provides clinical support to outpatient and inpatient consultations.
• Affiliation with University of British Columbia Island Medical Program.

Skills

FRCPC

Care of the Elderly

Education

FRCPC or COE qualification

Job description

Role and Facility Information

The Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) Division of Geriatrics has an opening for a part time Geriatrician, based in Comox, to join a team of 15 Geriatricians and Care of the Elderly physicians working across Vancouver Island.

The successful candidate will hold FRCPC or Care of the Elderly qualifications and will provide clinical support to a robust service including outpatient and inpatient consultations. The position provides rotation through select specialized geriatric services and works with dedicated multidisciplinary teams in all areas, including nurse practitioners.

The Division of Geriatrics is affiliated with the University of British Columbia Island Medical Program, and supports clinical teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate learners.

Start Date

As soon as possible

Benefits

• Recruitment Incentive: $10,000 (full-time)
• Relocation Costs Reimbursement: up to $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
• Fee Premium: 6.93%
• Annual Flat Fee: $10,739.52
• Rural CME: Years 3 & 4 - $2200/annum; after 4 years: $4400/annum

The above amounts are current as of August 2024 and may be subject to change.

For more information, please visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/practitioner-professional-res…

Community Information

Located in the north central region of Vancouver Island the seaside Town of Comox, along with the neighboring communities of Courtenay and Cumberland, comprises one of the fastest growing areas on the island. The Comox Valley, home to Vancouver Island's pre-eminent ski resort of Mt. Washington, is also the gateway to Strathcona Park and the Desolation Sound group of Islands. The recreational options here are endless, and well complemented by thriving arts and culture communities and a wide array of boutiques, restaurants and fine dining. Known for its abundant wildlife, it is a place where you can ski, golf, fish, and go to the theatre, all in the same day.

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Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type: Clinical Service Contract

Benefits and Incentives

• Retention Premium: 6.93%
• Retention Flat Fee: $10,740
• Relocation Funding Available: up to $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
• Recruitment Incentive: up to a max $10,000 (full-time)

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