Locum Infectious Disease Physician

Join to apply for the Locum Infectious Disease Physician role at Vancouver Coastal Health1 year ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Locum Infectious Disease Physician role at Vancouver Coastal HealthGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job TitleInfectious Disease PhysicianWork SiteLions Gate HospitalStatusLocumStart DateAs soon as possibleCompensation TypeFee-For-ServiceCome work as an Infectious Disease Physician with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)The Division of Infectious Diseases at Lions Gate Hospital is looking for Infectious Diseases physicians and graduating fellows to join our group as temporary (locum) members. Physicians must be RCPSC board certified or board eligible and eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.We service the Coastal Community of Care including the North Shore, Sunshine Coast and Sea to Sky corridor, seeing a diverse patient population including urban, rural and remote. Our hospital sees about 73,000 patients/year and the Division is responsible for assisting the other seven hospitals in the Coastal Community. LGH is a level 3 trauma center, and is affiliated with the UBC Department of Medicine, providing teaching to medical students and residents. The responsibilities include antimicrobial stewardship (AMS), Infection prevention and control (IPAC), outpatient antibiotic therapy (OPAT), inpatient and outpatient consults including viral hepatitis and HIV and wound care programs. No night or weekend call. We have a cohesive group of physicians who are dedicated to continuing education and involved in clinical research with a dedicated research coordinator. We also have regular Division of Infectious Diseases grand rounds, tropical medicine rounds and Journal Club.We are looking for hard working and collegial applicants willing to innovate, co-create and support our Infectious Diseases service delivery through the Coastal Community of Care.Our group has excellent relationships with our consultants, as well as enthusiastic, dedicated nurses and antimicrobial pharmacists.Education, Licensing, & ExperienceCanadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - MandatoryFellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - MandatoryInterested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Alice Morales, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor medstaffcareers@vch.ca or click “Apply Now.”Please note that a resume and coverletter 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.Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension planGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAt 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.Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vancouver Coastal Health by 2xGet notified about new Medical Doctor jobs in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Delta, British Columbia, Canada 10 months agoBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada 2 days agoNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada 2 days agoNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada 11 months agoBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada 3 months agoNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada 2 days agoPermanent Family Physician – UNA Medical ClinicNewton, British Columbia, Canada 2 weeks agoPhysician, Menopause Specialist Midlife and Menopause Health Program (MMHP) - BC Women’s Hospital + Health CentrePermanent Family Physician – Medical Clinic on Granville and W 70thSurrey, British Columbia, Canada 1 year agoCity of Langley, British Columbia, Canada 2 days agoRichmond, British Columbia, Canada 3 months agoNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada 1 day agoNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada 1 day agoPermanent Family Physician – Sina Health Centre (Kitsilano)Locum Family Physician – TLC Medical Clinic – GranvilleMedical Leader, Quality Physician - Delta HospitalDelta, British Columbia, Canada 1 year agoPhysician, Menopause Specialist Midlife and Menopause Health Program (MMHP) - BC Women’s Hospital + Health CentreRichmond, British Columbia, Canada 2 weeks agoPermanent Family Physician – TLC Medical Clinic (Fraser)Permanent Family Physician – Raven Song Community Health CentreBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada 1 day agoPermanent Family Physician – Versa Health Medical ClinicWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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