Role and Facility Information
Join a positive, team-based, modern Family Practice on Vancouver Island. Whether you are just starting your career, or an experienced Physician looking for a new life in Canada - you will be fully supported whatever your scope. Work alongside an established Family Physician and Registered Nurses caring for a panel of approximately 1600 patients. Opportunities available for additional ER work, maternity, surgical assists, palliative care and medical student teaching (depending on level of experience) but not mandatory. This position includes shared inpatient and long-term care responsibilities, not expected to exceed 10% of weekly working hours.
Start Date
March 2027
Overhead
Fixed (to be determined)
Community Information
Port Alberni – located on the unceded and traditional territories of the the Hupačasath and Tseshaht First Nations is Vancouver Island’s central community carved by glaciers, sheltered by mountains and surrounded by a beautiful ecosystem. The community features a temperate climate and is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with year-round opportunities for hiking, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking and ecotourism. The city of Port Alberni includes local talents, private galleries and Indigenous art to create a vibrant art scene. For children entering elementary and secondary school, education options are available through School District 70 or other private alternatives. This community has a perfect blend of natural living and communal support.
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Terms
Compensation
- Compensation Type
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Fee-for-Service
Benefits and Incentives
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May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including:
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Retention Premium
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7.98%
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Retention Flat Fee
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$12,367
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Relocation Funding Available
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$up to $15000
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Recruitment Incentive
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$up to $1000
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Other Benefits/Incentives
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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 May 2025 and may be subject to change.
For more information, please visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/practitioner-professional-resources/physician-compensation/rural-practice-programs
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