Physician, Assisted Dying Program

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

An established health care provider is seeking a dedicated Physician for their Assisted Dying Program. This role involves working collaboratively with a team of professionals to provide compassionate care across various settings. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient welfare and the ability to inspire others in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovative practices and supports your professional growth through training and development opportunities. Be part of a team that is making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Benefits

Employer-paid training

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Exclusive staff discounts

Qualifications

• Medical degree and current licensing required.
• Strong communication skills for patient and team interactions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care within complex health care systems.
• Collaborate with inter-professional teams for client-centered services.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Complex Problem Solving

Education

Medical Degree

Current College of Physicians of BC License

Canadian Medical Protective Association Membership

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Job Title

Physician, Assisted Dying Program

Work Site

Various

Status

Part-Time

Start Date

May 1, 2025

Compensation Type

Combination

Come work as a Physician with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Join a group of dedicated physicians and nurse practitioners who act as assessors and providers in the VCH Regional Assisted Dying Program (ADP). The Assisted Dying Program provides services across multiple settings including various VCH and PHSA health-care facilities, home settings, long-term-care, assisted living, and hospice sites.

We are currently seeking one or more physicians who are interested in joining the ADP team on a regular, scheduled basis, one or more days a week.

Reporting to the Regional Medical Director, the physician who accepts this position will play a critical role in the inter-professional ADP team. They foster a collaborative inter-professional practice environment that enhances client-centered services within the associated clinics/sites/programs. They work within a self-directed team of physicians and other inter-professional colleagues to achieve excellence in client-centered care.

Education, Licensing, & Experience

• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Mandatory
• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory
• The successful candidate will also be required to apply to & successfully join the Medical Staff of VCH if not already a member.
  
  
  

Knowledge & Abilities

• Passion for patient welfare, and an ability to deliver high-quality care in the context of complex health care systems.
• Strong commitment to education, including the ability to inspire lifelong learning in students, residents, nurses and colleagues.
• Commitment to knowing best practices and communicating them effectively to those around you.
• A strong communicator Understanding the importance of continuous and effective communication, you are highly skilled at listening, engaging and consulting with diverse stakeholders including patients, internal and external healthcare professionals and caseworker teams.
  
  
  

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Ben Murphy, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor [e-mail] or click “Apply Now.”

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

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

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

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

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