Palliative Care Physician
5 days ago
The Palliative Care group is currently seeking a permanent part-time Palliative Care Physician to join our team in the Cowichan Valley, based in Duncan, BC. This position involves providing care in a variety of clinical settings, including community home visits, long-term care, acute care, and a beautiful local hospice. The role is part of a multidisciplinary palliative care team dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate, patient-centred care.
Applicants must hold CCFP certification and have either completed a one-year enhanced skills program in Palliative Medicine with a Certificate of Added Competence (CAC) through the College of Family Physicians of Canada, or have a minimum of four years’ experience as a palliative care consultant.
As the Cowichan District Hospital is affiliated with the University of British Columbia (UBC) and the Island Medical Program, participation in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education is an essential component of this role. This opportunity offers a rewarding clinical and academic experience in a supportive and community-oriented environment.
**Start Date**:
- As soon as possible
**Remuneration**:
- Service Contract, Mocap 3
**Benefits**:
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including:
- Recruitment Incentive: $10,000 (full-time)
- Relocation Costs Reimbursement: up to $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
- Fee Premium: 4.20%
- Annual Flat Fee: $6,508.80
- Rural CME: starting at $3000/annum in year 3 & 4 to a maximum of $6,00.00/annum after 4 years.
**Community Info**:
Located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, the City of Duncan enjoys Canada's most temperate climate. Characterized by diverse landscapes from lush countryside to scenic coastal villages and charming inland communities, the Cowichan Valley, encompasses freshwater lakes, saltwater beaches and marinas, and farmland. The area offers a wide variety of attractions for outdoor enthusiasts including great hiking and biking trails, golfing, sailing, canoeing and ocean kayaking. In addition to many local artisans and attractions, the South Cowichan Valley boasts five top vineyards and wineries. Public education in Duncan is complemented by several renowned local private schools.
Despite its rural designation, with Victoria located 45 minutes south and Nanaimo located 45 minutes north, the Cowichan Valley also provides convenient access to multiple airports, cultural experiences, and urban amenities.
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