Specialty Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Subspecialty Emergency

Role and Facility Information

The site clinic is seeking a fulltime family physician to join their cohesive team of dedicated physicians at the Lakes District Hospital & Health Centre. Participation in the Emergency rota is essential, with a group of 5-7 sharing call. Services are augmented with visiting specialists. Obstetric services are not provided in this community, with deliveries accommodated in nearby Vanderhoof or Prince George.

This position is currently a FFS opportunity and is transitioning to APP.

The Hospital is a 15 bed facility that opened in 2015. It sees an average of 12,000 ER visits per year. The hospital houses 13 acute care beds, 1 isolation room, 1 palliative care room, emergency services, diagnostic imaging and laboratory, as well as a primary care home with three full time physicians.

New grads are welcome! Full support structure in place for call group.

Note: applications for LOCUM opportunities are welcome during the recruitment process.

The site services a local and surrounding population of approximately 13,000. The community has a strong sense of culture and incredible local talents. With more than 4828 km of lake shoreline, world class mountain biking trails and Olympic quality cross-country skiing, work/life balance is attainable.

If extraordinary work and outstanding lifestyle are a priority for you, we look forward to hearing from you!

This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

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Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type
Alternative Payment Arrangement
Estimated Remuneration
377,641++

Benefits and Incentives

Vacation Leave
to be negotiated
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including:
Retention Premium
23.38%
Retention Flat Fee
$36,232
Relocation Funding Available
$9,000-$15,000
Recruitment Incentive
$20,000
Other Benefits/Incentives
Relocation: $15,000 if relocating from outside of Canada: $12,000 if relocating within Canada but outside of BC; $9,000 if relocating within BC.
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Live and work in BC

Burns Lake

In the heart of British Columbia's Lakes District, surrounded by freshwater lakes, is Burns Lake, a vibrant, progressive and socially diverse community with a pioneer spirit and small-town charm. Known as the "Northern Gateway" to Tweedsmuir Provincial Park, the largest wilderness park in B.C, Burns Lake is a magnet for outdoor recreationists. Its residents and visitors can enjoy hiking, canoeing, fishing, skating, and cross-country skiing while being dazzled by its bountiful wildlife and spectacular scenery.

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