External Jobs – Emergency Medicine Physician
Emergency Medicine Physician
Port Alberni, Vancouver Island
Full-Time or Part-Time
Open until filled
Description:
Island Health’s Department of Emergency Medicine invites certified emergency physicians to apply to join our progressive, collegial group in Port Alberni on Vancouver Island.
The West Coast General Hospital is seeking part-time and full-time Emergency Medicine Physicians. West Coast General Hospital, constructed in 2001, with 54 acute care beds and a 3-bed ICU, is a modern facility that incorporates a unique and inviting design complete with an indoor atrium.
Services include a newly renovated 24-hour emergency room, ambulatory care, acute medical/surgical and psychiatry services, cardio pulmonary, diabetes education, laboratory, medical imaging ( new CT scanner), nutrition counseling, pharmacy, occupational therapy, SLP, social work and physiotherapy services. Clinical specialists include anesthesiology, general surgery, urology, geriatrics, psychiatry, obstetrics/gynecology, internal medicine, pediatrics and radiology complete with PACs imaging system.
The successful candidate would have the option of applying to cover a small number of shifts at our regional Emergency Department in Nanaimo.
Academic affiliation with the University of British Columbia (UBC) postgraduate programs and the Island Medical School undergraduate programs is available.
Island Health – Over 2000 medical staff practice with Island Health, providing comprehensive health care services to a population of over 864,000 residents. Two tertiary facilities in Victoria are complemented by regional, community and rural health services across the region. The UBC Island Medical Program and UBC Post Graduate Family Practice Program offer opportunity for academic affiliation and participation in teaching of medical students and residents in all Vancouver Island communities. Our teams are responsible for quality improvement, teaching, continuing professional development, research and human resource planning. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion throughout. At Island Health, we recognize, gain knowledge and respect the differences in each individual we serve. The right to feel culturally safe is for everyone.
Island Health acknowledges with respect and humility the Coast Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth and Kwakwaka’wakw People on whose unceded traditional territories we offer our services and programs.
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: $12,366.72
- Fee Premium: 7.98%
- CME: $2,200/annum year 3-4 and $4,400/annum after 4 years in the community.
The above amounts are current as of January 2025 and may be subject to change.
Community Information:
Port Alberni, a charming coastal city of 18,000 residents, is nestled in the stunning Alberni Valley, surrounded by awe-inspiring natural beauty. With its temperate climate, the area offers an abundance of outdoor activities year-round.
As the gateway to the Pacific Rim, including the vibrant communities of Tofino, Ucluelet, and Long Beach—the top Canadian surfing destination—Port Alberni provides effortless access to some of Vancouver Island’s finest recreational opportunities. Recognized as Canada’s new official “Ultimate Fishing Town,” the city also boasts world-class skiing on nearby Mt. Washington.
Port Alberni is a family-oriented community with affordable housing and a wide variety of educational options. Its strong community spirit is evident in the many programs available for children, including music, dance, gymnastics, and team sports such as soccer, baseball, hockey and lacrosse. For families seeking a peaceful, scenic environment, Sproat Lake, just outside the city, offers an idyllic setting to call home.
Located only an hour’s drive from Nanaimo, Port Alberni offers the perfect balance—easy access to the amenities of Vancouver and Victoria, while preserving the charm and tranquility of rural life.
Application Process:
Interested candidates, please attach your CV and letter of interests to: Darsey Batchelor, Medical Staff Recruiter, Island Health. Email: medstaffrecruitment@islandhealth.ca
For more details on this position, please visit https://medicalstaff.islandhealth.ca/careers/opportunities.