Obstetrics/Gynecology

Squamish General Hospital; Squamish; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent regional health organization in Squamish is seeking an Obstetrics/Gynaecology Physician to join their perinatal service. The ideal candidate will provide specialist consultant services, perform surgeries, and engage in program development. An ACLS certification, surgical skills, and significant obstetric experience are mandatory. This role offers a vibrant community with opportunities for professional growth, wellness support, and career development.

Benefits

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Wellness supports for employees and families

Recognition programs for staff and volunteers

Exclusive discount offers for staff

Qualifications

• Mandatory to hold ACLS certification and surgical skills.
• Must possess obstetric experience and a current CPSBC license.
• Fellowship in surgery is a prerequisite.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist consultant services to support the maternity program.
• Perform elective gynecology surgeries in collaboration with local hospitals.
• Participate in program development and student evaluation.

Skills

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Obstetric Experience

Surgical Skills

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PAL)

Education

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

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

Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Job description

VCHA-7858

Come work as a Obstetrics/Gynaecology Physician with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! An exciting opportunity is available to join the perinatal service in beautiful Squamish, BC. The Department of OBGYN is currently recruiting for two full-time permanent OBGYN physicians to work in the community of Squamish, within the Sea to Sky corridor.

Role and Facility Information

Outpatient services will be delivered within a clinic setting equipped with necessary support infrastructure, including a dedicated Medical Office Assistant and an electronic medical records system. Elective gynecology surgeries will be performed at Squamish General Hospital, with OR time at Lions Gate Hospital available for complex cases.

In the Sea to Sky corridor, a dedicated group of maternity providers, including family practitioners and midwives, provide low risk obstetrical care. The successful candidate will provide specialist consultant services to support this maternity program and provide leadership in local perinatal initiatives. On‑call coverage will include obstetrical services in Squamish and gynecology and early obstetrical consults for the Sea to Sky emergency rooms and urgent care centres.

Squamish Hospital currently has almost 400 births per year, with potential for growth. Patients with obstetrical, medical or surgical risk factors will be referred to Lions Gate Hospital for care. Squamish General Hospital has a Level 2 BC Maternal and Neonatal Tier of service, so cases younger than 36 weeks gestational age are referred to other hospitals.

The successful candidate will be expected to apply for and hold a clinical appointment with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of British Columbia, involving learners in clinical activity and participating in program development and student evaluation. Affiliation and collaboration will also occur with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Lions Gate Hospital and other Coastal Community of Care sites.

Qualifications, Education and Skills

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Desired
• Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) – Mandatory
• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) – Mandatory
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) – Mandatory
• Obstetric Experience – Mandatory
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PAL) – Desired
• Surgical Skills – Mandatory

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

All health care workers in publicly‑funded facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections as part of the onboarding process.

Benefits

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

Vancouver Coastal Health embraces equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, encouraging applications from equity‑deserving communities, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, all gender identities and sexual orientations, and sexual orientations.

Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type: Alternative Payment Arrangement