Locum Family Physician – Francophone Community Health Centre

Vancouver Division; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 330,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community health centre is seeking dedicated healthcare professionals to join their multidisciplinary team. This role offers the opportunity to provide culturally safe and coordinated care to a diverse population, including francophone newcomers and marginalized groups. The clinic emphasizes accessibility, offering both virtual and in-person appointments. With a supportive team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and social workers, you will play a vital role in enhancing healthcare access in the community. If you are passionate about making a difference and providing holistic care, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Must have a medical degree and be licensed to practice in Canada.
• Fluency in French is mandatory; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care to a diverse patient demographic.
• Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Skills

French Language

Cultural Competency

Team Collaboration

Education

Medical Degree

Licensure in Canada

Tools

Myle EMR

Job description

Alternative Payment Arrangement; Approximately $330 000/FTE.

Position Type

Permanent, Full-Time, Part-Time

Start Date

01/04/2025

Job Specifics

Part-time and/or Full-time Schedules Available

Additional benefits for incoming FPs can be discussed.

Practice Information

Practice Name

Practice Setting

Community Health Centre (CHC)

Other Providers

Community

EMR

Myle

Practice Description

Santé Ouest Community Health Centre, a multidisciplinary team-based clinic in Kitsilano, serves the francophone population of the Lower Mainland, providing primary, low-barrier, culturally safe, and coordinated care. The clinic offers longitudinal services including mental health and addiction support. The patient demographics include francophone newcomers, LGBTQ2S+ and Indigenous individuals, isolated seniors, youth, and other groups facing barriers to healthcare access in the English-speaking primary care system. The population is diverse in terms of immigration status, ethnicity, gender, income, etc.

The clinic adopts a holistic approach, conducting appointments both virtually and in person to enhance accessibility. Facilities include 4 exam rooms and 1 charting room. The multidisciplinary team comprises 3 physicians, supported by 2 nurse practitioners, 2 registered nurses, 2 social workers, and 3 medical office assistants.

Additional Details

• On-call: Required (details to be discussed)
• Language: French is required; additional languages are welcome
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
• Parking/Transit: Underground pay parking and some free street parking; easily accessible by transit

Practice Address

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