Vancouver Coastal Health

Family Physician, Vancouver Community

Vancouver Coastal Health$200K — $250K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Must be eligible for CCFP (Canadian College of Family Practitioners) certification.
  • Membership with CMPA (Canadian Medical Protective Association) is required.
  • Current license from CPSBC (College of Physicians of BC) needed, either Full or Provisional.
  • Specific training in Palliative Care required for relevant programs, with various acceptable criteria outlined.
  • Fellowship in Addiction Medicine may be necessary, alongside completion of the POATSP (Provincial Opioid Addiction Treatment Support Program).

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive family medical care across various patient demographics.
  • Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Participate in collaborative care models, working alongside other health professionals.
  • Stay current with medical conventions and best practices in family medicine.
  • Manage chronic conditions and provide preventative health care services.

Benefits

  • Flexibility with start dates to accommodate various schedules and commitments.
  • Opportunity to work in multiple locations, enhancing professional experience and adaptability.
  • Possibility for both permanent positions and locum work, catering to diverse career preferences.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Job Title:

Family Physician

Work Site:

Various Locations

Status:

Permanent and Locum

Start Date:

Flexible/recruitment is ongoing

Compensation Type:

Clinical Service Contract

Qualifications

Education, Licensing, & Experience:
  • Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) Eligible - Mandatory
  • Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory
  • Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) License - Full/Provisional

Specific training requirements may be needed for certain programs:
  • Palliative Care - Candidates should meet least one of the following 3 criteria:
  • Recognized with a Certificate of Added Competency in Palliative Care by the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP-PC);
  • Completed "Year of Added Competency" training in Palliative Care at an accredited training site;
  • Holder of Palliative Medicine credentials earned in another jurisdiction that are acceptable to both the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia and the governing body of the Health Authority and its Affiliates.

Addiction Medicine:
  • May need completed Addiction Medicine Fellowship/Enhanced Skills
  • May need to have completed Provincial Opioid Addiction Treatment Support Program (POATSP)


Closing Statement

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Ben Murphy, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: [redacted] or click "Apply Now."

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

About Vancouver Coastal Health

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is a publicly funded healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to residents in the Vancouver area. VCH is responsible for the delivery of hospital, community, and long-term care services, as well as public health and mental health services. The organization has a team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and support staff, who work together to provide high-quality care to patients. VCH is committed to improving the health of the population it serves and works closely with community partners to address health issues and promote healthy living.
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