Hospitalist
4 weeks ago
The Comox Valley Division of Family Practice is seeking Family Physicians to join a supportive and congenial team providing unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia on Northern Vancouver Island.
Currently, CVH has 5 doctor of the day lines, as well as community family physicians, who admit and manage their own patients. Each physician provides care for approximately 13-17 patients. The 153-bed community acute care hospital serves a population base of approximately 70,000 people. CVH is affiliated with the University of British Columbia and the Strathcona Site Family Practice Residency Program with opportunities for teaching.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include providing family medicine care to unattached and unassigned inpatients at CVH. This includes participating in 1:5 overnight call. The physician will be responsible to the Purple group Lead and Division Head of Family Practice for their professional responsibilities and quality of practice and will operate within the Medical Staff Bylaws of the Vancouver Island Health Authority.
The physician will work alongside colleagues in Anesthesia, Emergency Medicine, community Family Medicine, Geriatric Psychiatry, General Surgery, Internal Medicine (general and sub-specialty who cover the 8 bed ICU), Obstetrics/Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Palliative care, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Radiology (U/S, CT, MRI, ECHO), and Urology. Established links exist with tertiary care centres 1 hour away (Nanaimo) and 2.5 hours away (Victoria).
Compensation
Typically $1600-$2000 per day (comprised of $500 per day stipend, admission bonuses, and FFS billings). An additional $500 per day is provided on overnight call shifts.
Benefits
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA), including (subject to change):
- Recruitment Incentive: up to a maximum of $10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)
- Relocation: up to a maximum of $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
- Flat fee: $7,977.42
- Fee Premium: 6.93%
- CME: Rural CME starting at $2,200/annum in years 3 & 4 in the community, increasing to a maximum of $4,400/annum after 4 years
Community Information
Scenic Comox Valley is one of the Vancouver Island’s best-kept secrets It is surrounded by majestic mountains, rushing rivers, lush rain forests, and shimmering seas. The winters are short and mild with warm, dry summers. The Valley includes several communities: Comox (a relaxed seaside town), Courtenay (a bustling urban city), Cumberland (a young and artistic village), and rural areas North and South including the islands of Hornby and Denman.
The Valley is an ideal place to raise a family with excellent schools, and a community college. There is a friendly and supportive physician community and an outstanding number of opportunities for recreational programs both indoors and out to support work/life balance. There are lots of annual festivals, a performing arts theatre, great boutique shopping, wonderful restaurants, farmers markets, and vineyards. Mount Washington Ski Resort, a 20-minute drive away, has 1700 acres of terrain and Cumberland has world-renowned mountain biking trails available year-round.
Seniority level- Entry level
- Full-time
- Health Care Provider
- Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
-
Family Medicine Hospitalist
1 week ago
Courtenay, British Columbia, Canada Island Health Full timeJob OverviewWe are seeking a Family Medicine Hospitalist to provide unattached inpatient care at Comox Valley Hospital in Courtenay, British Columbia.ResponsibilitiesProvide family medicine care to unattached and unassigned inpatients at Comox Valley Hospital, including participating in 1:5 overnight call.RemunerationThe remuneration package includes...
-
Hospitalist
4 weeks ago
Courtenay, Canada Health Match BC Full timeThe Comox Valley Division of Family Practice is seeking Family Physicians to join a supportive and congenial team providing unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia on Northern Vancouver Island.Currently, CVH has 5 doctor of the day lines, as well as community family physicians, who admit and manage their...
-
Hospitalist
3 weeks ago
Courtenay, Canada Health Match BC Full time5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Role and Facility InformationThe Comox Valley Division of Family Practice is seeking Family Physicians to join a supportive and congenial team providing unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia on Northern Vancouver Island.Currently, CVH has 5 doctor of the...
-
Hospitalist
2 weeks ago
Courtenay, Canada undisclosed Full timeVIHA-5827Status: OpenSite: Comox Valley HospitalSite Type: HospitalType of Position: PermanentDate Range:Hours of Work: Part-Time or Full-TimeOn Call:Qualifications, Education and SkillsRequisitesCurrent College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License: FullCanadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) Eligible: MandatoryCanadian...
-
Hospitalist
2 months ago
Courtenay, Canada Island Health Full timeThe Comox Valley Division of Family Practice is seeking Family Physicians to join a supportive and congenial team providing unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia on Northern Vancouver Island. Currently, CVH has 5 doctor of the day lines, as well as community family physicians, who admit and manage their...
-
Hospitalist
2 months ago
Courtenay, Canada Island Health Full timeThe Comox Valley Division of Family Practice is seeking Family Physicians to join a supportive and congenial team providing unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia on Northern Vancouver Island. Currently, CVH has 5 doctor of the day lines, as well as community family physicians, who admit and manage their...
-
A Facility in ME Seeks a Hospitalist
4 weeks ago
Courtenay, Canada Health Match BC Full timeThe Comox Valley Division of Family Practice is seeking Family Physicians to join a supportive and congenial team providing unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia on Northern Vancouver Island.Currently, CVH has 5 doctor of the day lines, as well as community family physicians, who admit and manage their...
-
A Facility in ME Seeks a Hospitalist
3 weeks ago
Courtenay, Canada Health Match BC Full time5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Role and Facility InformationThe Comox Valley Division of Family Practice is seeking Family Physicians to join a supportive and congenial team providing unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia on Northern Vancouver Island.Currently, CVH has 5 doctor of the...
-
Courtenay, British Columbia, Canada Island Health Full timeThe Island Health organization is seeking a skilled Family Physician to provide unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia.As a member of our team, you will be part of a supportive and congenial group providing high-quality patient care. CVH is affiliated with the University of British Columbia and the...
-
Family Medicine, Hospitalist
2 months ago
Courtenay, Canada Island Health Full timeThe Comox Valley Division of Family Practice is seeking Family Physicians to join a supportive and congenial team providing unattached inpatient care at the Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) in Courtenay, British Columbia on Northern Vancouver Island. Currently, CVH has 5 doctor of the day lines, as well as community family physicians, who admit and manage their...
