Family Physician

Family Physician – Fraser South Join to apply for the Family Physician – Fraser South role at First Nations Health Authority . Position Summary Title: Family Physician – Successful applicants may be eligible for a 0.2 FTE medical lead Contract: Contract up to a 1.0 FTE – typically 1680 hours a year Location: Abbotsford & Seabird Island Hubs with spoke services in the Fraser South region (including on‑reserve services) Salary: Per the 2024‑25 Physician Master Agreement (rates available at alternative payments ). Rural incentives may apply. FNPCI Initiative The First Nations‑led Primary Care Initiative (FNPCI) aims to improve access to primary health‑care services for First Nations people across BC in a culturally safe and community‑based manner. The initiative is part of the province’s primary care strategy and integrates team‑based care throughout B.C., including the creation of primary care networks in partnership with Regional Health Authorities. About the Centre The Fraser South First Nations Primary Care Centre (FS‑FNPCC) will provide holistic, wrap‑around care for Indigenous people through a network of Service Hub locations in Abbotsford and Seabird Island and spoke sites, including primary care, mental health and traditional wellness services. The centre will initially operate Monday‑to‑Friday during regular business hours. About the Role The Family Physician will be the most responsible provider for a patient panel but is expected to collaborate in team‑based care and support both Western and Traditional Wellness approaches. A minimum panel size of 650 per 1.0 FTE is typically expected by year 3. The Physician will travel on a pre‑arranged schedule to different sites to be available for appointments within the community. Responsibilities The Family Physician will practice with cultural humility, providing primary care in a culturally safe, team‑based environment that recognizes the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the client and family to deliver whole‑person care, in compliance with BC health and wellness regulations and standards. Qualifications You are passionate about supporting First Nations individuals and families on their health and wellness journeys; You have an active practising licence in good standing with the College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC); You have training in Cultural Safety & Humility or are willing to undertake this training; Ideally you have experience working with First Nations people and communities and providing culturally safe care. Current valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites throughout the Fraser Salish region. Why Work at the FS‑FNPCC We have a common foundation at FNHA through our Vision and Seven Directives to guide us in our daily work. Our communities and the people we serve are at the center of everything we do. We are wellness champions and have the historic opportunity to achieve transformative change in First Nations health & wellness. We are for change‑makers who are open to cultural understanding and resilient in the face of unique challenges. We provide meaningful work rich with transformational learning opportunities. Working at the FS‑FNPCC offers purpose beyond your profession; your work truly changes lives. We work together, not apart, alongside beautiful and culturally rich First Nations communities in British Columbia. Commitment to Diversity The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis. All FNHA medical staff are encouraged to continue with cultural safety and humility learning and engagement activities, and a range of relevant courses are available to new staff. Why Live in the Fraser South Region Living in Abbotsford, Hope, and Canyon offers physicians a blend of professional and personal benefits, including thriving healthcare infrastructure, serene natural settings, and proximity to Vancouver for recreational and professional opportunities. How to Apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please email . Anticipated hire date: As soon as possible. For more information about Cultural Safety and Humility: fnha.ca . For any inquiries, contact Medical Affairs at the same email. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr