Internal Medicine

Health Match BC; Victoria; On-site; AUD 264,000 - 427,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking General Cardiologists to join the team and help establish a Heart Health Division in Victoria, BC. Opportunities include involvement with the Department of Cardiology and teaching through the Island Medical Program at UBC.

The role involves coronary care unit duties, cardiology ward oversight, and outpatient/consultation services within a thriving academic environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Cardiology.
• Experience in Women’s health, adult congenital heart disease, cardio-oncology or cardiac rehabilitation would be an advantage.
• Academic affiliation and teaching opportunities are available through the University of British Columbia, Island Medical Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide coronary care unit coverage.
• Manage cardiology wards and provide cardiology consultation services.
• Collaborate with Internal Medicine to establish Heart Health Division and participate in teaching opportunities.

Skills

Women’s health experience

Adult congenital heart disease

Cardio-oncology

Cardiac rehabilitation

Education

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Cardiology

Job description

Role and Facility Information

The Vancouver Island Health Authority Department of Cardiac Services has two opportunities for General Cardiologists to join with other members of Internal Medicine with dedicated focus on Cardiovascular Disease, to establish a Heart Health Division in Victoria, which will be part of a well-established 21 member Division of Cardiology in Victoria.

Eligible applicants must hold certification by Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Cardiology. Experience in Women’s health, adult congenital heart disease, cardio-oncology or cardiac rehabilitation would be an advantage. The successful candidate will have obligations including coronary care unit, cardiology wards and cardiology consultation service.

Academic affiliation and teaching opportunities are available through the University of British Columbia, Island Medical Program. This practice exists within a rich environment with learners ranging from medical students to fellows.

Additional Information

Two full-time positions available.

Start Date

As soon as possible.

Community Information

Victoria, British Columbia’s scenic capital, is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and enviable quality of life, this is an ideal place to pursue your medical career and create the kind of lifestyle only dreamt about. Few areas in the world can match BC’s scope of outdoor activities, with Vancouver Island offering everything from skiing and snowboarding to golf, and world-class fishing. With Victoria’s temperate climate, its rich heritage and vibrant cultural scene, it provides the very best of urban and rural living.

Compensation

Compensation Type Fee-for-Service