Specialty Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Subspecialty General

Role and Facility Information

Exciting opportunity for a Family Practice physician to join an attractive, well run two Physician clinic on Salt Spring Island. Four Physicians participate in the call group. Flexible schedule available, usually work in office an average of 4 days per week 9-4. On Call Emergency 4 days per month (2 day shifts and 2 evening shifts). Physicians provide acute care coverage at Lady Minto Community Hospital Salt Spring Island, as well as coverage of hospital extended care unit and local extended care facility. Diverse patient population. Excellent specialist support. No obstetrics unless desired.

Community Information

Salt Spring Island (approx 10,000 population) is nestled against the east shore of Vancouver Island located halfway between Victoria and Nanaimo with excellent ferry and seaplane connectivity. This is an exceptional opportunity to work and live in an area that provides a relaxed lifestyle in a temperate climate with excellent year-round recreation and cultural amenities, including but not limited to:

A large artistic community with a variety of classes, exhibits and performances;

Outstanding recreational opportunities – sailing, kayaking, hiking, soccer, swimming, baseball, tennis and golf included;

K-12 education available on island

Performing arts center, indoor pool, galleries, shopping and a small community movie theater

Rural environment providing opportunities for hobby farming or access to locally grown produce and farm products.

To learn more about our community please visit the following links:

Salt Spring Tourism - http://www.saltspringtourism.com/

Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce - http://saltspringchamber.com/

For Everything that’s Community Health – Salt Spring - http://saltspring.fetchbc.ca/

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Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type
Fee-for-Service
Physician Overhead
20

Benefits and Incentives

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including:
Retention Premium
7.98%%
Retention Flat Fee
$$9,186.12
Relocation Funding Available
$15,000 UP TO
Recruitment Incentive
$10,000 Based on FTE
Other Benefits/Incentives
MOCAP REEF
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Salt Spring Island

Salt Spring Island is located in the sheltered southern waters of the Gulf Islands of British Columbia. The island’s shoreline is varied and beautiful, offering rocky shores, tidal pools, and a wide variety of sandy beaches to explore. The year-round residents of Salt Spring Island include an eclectic mix of artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs. Many vacationers come to Salt Spring simply to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and soak in the quiet island lifestyle. Farming is important on the island, and local farmers form the backbone of the popular Salt Spring Market so feel free to check it out while you're there!

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