Role and Facility Information

We are seeking someone who is passionate about rural medicine and outdoor adventure. If you want to spend more time by the ocean and less time commuting, our Family Practitioner opportunities in Prince Rupert might be for you!

Join an incredibly supportive group of family physicians and specialists caring for the diverse population of Prince Rupert and the surrounding villages. This is a unique opportunity to create the practice you want and achieve a work-life balance in a beautiful, coastal city.

In addition to working in the Primary Care Clinic, the selected candidate will join the call group to provide low risk obstetrics approximately 1 day per week with ER coverage being optional.

Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is a 25 bed facility offering a full range of services including:

• Emergency

• Acute care

• Pediatrics

• Radiology

• Internal medicine

• Orthopedics

• General surgery

• Psychiatry

• Obstetrics and Gynecology

Other facilities in Prince Rupert Include:

• Acropolis Manor

• Prince Rupert Community Health

• Community Cancer Clinic

Prince Rupert is home to amazing wildlife and wilderness adventures, unique history and cultural experiences, and the spectacular scenery of the rugged Coast Mountain Range and the Great Bear Rainforest. Easily accessible by air, rail, cruise ship, ferry or car, Prince Rupert’s attractions include First Nation cultural works of art, fine North Coast galleries and boutiques, parks and walking trails, restaurants and coffee shops. A balanced lifestyle might include enjoying a round of golf on the golf course or spending time out on the water kayaking, fishing, or taking in the scenery. Reasonable housing costs, organized sports, volunteer opportunities, modern recreation facilities, community groups and festivals all contribute to a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle for those living in this community.

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

Benefits and Incentives

Vacation Leave

6-8 weeks annualy including CME

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including:

Retention Premium

24.50%

Retention Flat Fee

$37,181

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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