Pediatrics

HealthMatch BC; Comox; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pediatrician to join their team at a beautiful facility in Comox. This role offers the opportunity to work in a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of British Columbia, providing care to a diverse patient population. With a supportive community and a variety of recreational activities, this position not only promises professional growth but also a fulfilling lifestyle in a picturesque environment. The successful candidate will share call duties and contribute to the education of future healthcare professionals while enjoying the benefits of a rural practice. If you are passionate about pediatrics and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Fee Premium - 6.93%

Annual Flat Fee - $10,739.52

Recruitment Incentive - $10,000

Relocation Costs - up to $15,000

Rural CME - $3000/annum

Rural CME after 4 years - $6000/annum

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CPSBC License and CMPA membership.
• FRCPC is mandatory for this position.

Responsibilities

• Join the Department of Pediatrics at North Island Comox Valley Hospital.
• Participate in teaching medical students and residents.

Skills

Pediatric Medicine

Teaching Skills

Call Sharing

Education

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)

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

Full Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Mandatory

Job description

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

Full Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Mandatory

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) Mandatory

Role and Facility Information

The Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) has an immediate opportunity for a Pediatrician to join the Department of Pediatrics at the North Island Comox Valley Hospital in the oceanfront community of Comox.

The North Island Comox Valley Hospital is a beautiful facility that opened in October 2017. There are 153 inpatient beds and the hospital serves a population of approximately 66,000 people, and is a referral center for some surgical specialties. In addition to Pediatrics, there are a broad range of consultants including Internal Medicine, Intensive Care, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology, Psychiatry, Otolaryngology, Radiology and Family Medicine.

The successful candidate will share call (1:4).

We have an academic affiliation with the University of British Columbia (UBC) postgraduate programs and are a teaching hospital. We have a Family Practice Residency Program and are involved in both medical student and residency teaching.

Start date: as soon as possible

Community

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.

Benefits

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidy agreement including:

1. Fee Premium - 6.93%
2. Annual Flat Fee - $10,739.52
3. Recruitment Incentive - $10,000
4. Relocation Costs - up to a maximum of $15,000
5. Rural CME: Years 3 & 4 - $3000/annum; after 4 years: $6000/annum

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

For more information, please visit: Rural Practice Subsidiary Agreement - Province of British Columbia