The Division of Geriatric Psychiatry is seeking a Geriatric Psychiatrist in either a full time or part time capacity to joi n 3 other Geriatric Psychiatrists in providing consultation to patients and their families/caregivers, primary care physicians, and fellow health care professionals in Acute Inpatient, Outpatient, and Residential Care settings in Nanaimo.The successful candidate will provide leadership and clinical expertise to the GEM team - a multidisciplinary geriatric consultation-liaison program in acute care. Your complex patients will also have access to acute and rehabilitation programs in Victoria, Duncan, and Ladysmith as part of an innovative Island-wide Tertiary Geriatric Psychiatry program ensuring the highest quality of care.There is also the opportunity to expand your practice interests by providing consultation to remote areas on Vancouver Island through the NITAOP program. It is very rewarding to provide much-needed service for special populations including First Nations. Geriatric psychiatry services are provided as part of Seniors Mental Health, which provides exceptional quality services through integration of resources and a strong focus on educational support of clinicians, physicians and other health care providers. You will participate in clinical service, teaching, and ongoing program development as part of the Island-wide Dementia Strategy, including the newly-opened MINT clinic, conjointly with Geriatric Medicine.Participation in the NRGH General Psychiatry call rotation is a requirement of this position. This would be approximately a 1 in 11 commitment.Involvement in the Island Medical Program undergraduate and postgraduate teaching program is encouraged. A University of B.C. affiliated appointment and membership in the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry is available.Office space, administrative support, telephone, fax and email is provided by VIHA at no cost. Office space may be shared.Additional InformationIf desired, any of our part-time positions can be combined with other available part-time positions to create a rewarding and diverse full-time Psychiatry practice.Start DateAs soon as possibleCommunity InformationVancouver Island’s second largest city, Nanaimo is situated midway on the east coast, 115 kilometers north of Victoria and is in close proximity to Vancouver. The community offers a wide array of educational and cultural opportunities for families. Recreational activities abound including year-round golf, spectacular winter skiing within one hour’s drive, and all manner of water sport activities.If you seek balance between your personal and professional life in a location where the outdoor living is easy then we invite you to consider Nanaimo…the perfect climate for your futureJob TypesPermanent SpecialtyDepartmentFacility/SiteCityContactFor more information on this and other Psychiatrist opportunities please contact:Christal Lawson, Medical Staff Recruiter
Island Health
Email: christal.lawson@islandhealth.ca Mixed fee-for-service and sessional billing. MOCAP On-call fundingEducation, Training and ExperienceEligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BCEligible for membership in Canadian Association of Geriatric Psychiatry (mandatory).Fellowship is considered an asset, but not required
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The Division of Internal Medicine at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) is seeking full-time General Internal medicine Specialists to join our group. Our General Internal Medicine group at NRGH currently has 5 members along with several part time members, who are a collegial group of internists of various professional backgrounds. There are sub-specialists within the hospital including Cardiology, Hematology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Nephrology, Infectious Disease, Respirology, Geriatrics, Neurology, Endocrinology, Obesity, and OB medicine. The hospital has a large hospitalist service (220/330 patients) and is the backbone most responsible physician (MRP) service. Although we have a limited on-site cardiology group, there is timely access to a large cardiology group in Victoria. Internal medicine on-call service and inpatient rounding service are remunerated on a contractual basis with competitive hourly rates. If you meet 1.0 FTE hospital commitment, you would receive free overhead for our hospital-based clinic space with EMR support to follow up on your patients post-discharge as well as newly referred outpatients from the ER. There is also access to electrodiagnostics. Our hospital is a primary referral centre for central Vancouver Island. It serves an immediate population of 125,000 and a secondary population of 330,000 and is a 345 bed hospital, with extensive diagnostic services, dedicated ICU (separate from Internal Medicine), and a renal dialysis centre. The hospital is also a residency site for UBC’s Family Practice Residency Program. Candidates we are looking to join our group will need to be eligible for FRCPC (Internal Medicine with the Royal College of Canada) and eligible for licensure with the CPSBC. Education, Training and Experience Eligible for FRCPC-Internal Medicine Eligible for licensure with CPSBC USA Certified - Internal Medicine Acute care and hospital experience required Community Information: Nanaimo is a vibrant coastal city on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island. Known as the "Harbour City", Nanaimo boasts an extensive downtown waterfront, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities due to easy access to both the mountains and the ocean, and a temperate climate that makes it an appealing place to live and work. Hours of Work (requirement for 1.0 FTE): Internal medicine on-call shifts: 5 service weeks per year, covering Monday - Sunday from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Additional internal medicine evening fly-in coverage: 4 shifts / month, covering new referrals 5:00 PM–11:00 PM and ward issues 5:00 PM–08:00 AM Internal medicine inpatient rounding unit: 5 service weeks per year, covering Monday - Sunday from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The beautiful oceanfront city of Campbell River has an opportunity for two General Internists to join the Department of Medicine at the Campbell River Hospital.
True full service community general internal medicine. Candidate would be joining a group of 8 supportive general internists. We provide consultant GIM care to busy community hospital with 105 beds. MRP for 6 bed ICU only. Call responsibility shared equally within the group. Equal share in cardiodiagnostics- including ECG and holter reading, access to stress testing. Interest in liver disease with participation in hospital based multidisciplinary clinic. Outpatient GIM clinic is encouraged.
The successful candidates will hold FRCPC in General Internal Medicine and full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC. An interest in Rheumatology, Endocrinology or Gastroenterology would be considered an asset.
The successful candidate will share in a roughly 1:5 to 1:7 hospital based call schedule.
There is an opportunity for the successful candidate to join an existing clinic in the community, if desired.
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidy agreement including:
Fee Premium - 6.09%
Annual Flat Fee - $9,437.76
Recruitment Incentive - $10,000
Relocation Costs - up to a maximum of $15,000
Rural CME: Years 3 & 4 - $3000/annum; after 4 years: $6000/annum
The above amounts are current as of August 2024 and may be subject to change.
Located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island, Campbell River enjoys year-round access to world-class golf courses or visit Mt. Washington Resort for spectacular winter skiing and summer mountain biking.
The surrounding waters of Discovery Passage, and adjacent numerous lakes and rivers, offer an idyllic setting for outdoor and fishing enthusiasts. Campbell River offers unparalleled access to ocean sports, hiking and eco-tourism activities in the northern sections of Vancouver Island.
For more information on this and other opportunities please contact:
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and CV to:
medstaffrecruitment@islandhealth.ca
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A community health service in Campbell River seeks two General Internists to join their Department of Medicine at Campbell River Hospital. Applicants must hold FRCPC in General Internal Medicine and are encouraged to have interests in Rheumatology, Endocrinology, or Gastroenterology. The role features shared call responsibilities, opportunities for outpatient care, and additional remuneration through various incentives. A vibrant lifestyle awaits in Campbell River with access to outdoor and eco-tourism activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Division of Internal Medicine at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) is seeking full-time General Internal medicine Specialists to join our group. Our General Internal Medicine group at NRGH currently has 5 members along with several part time members, who are a collegial group of internists of various professional backgrounds. There are sub-specialists within the hospital including Cardiology, Hematology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Nephrology, Infectious Disease, Respirology, Geriatrics, Neurology, Endocrinology, Obesity, and OB medicine. The hospital has a large hospitalist service (220/330 patients) and is the backbone most responsible physician service. Although we have a limited on-site cardiology group, there is timely access to a large cardiology group in Victoria. Internal medicine on-call service and inpatient rounding service are remunerated on a contractual basis with competitive hourly rates. If you meet 1.0 FTE hospital commitment, you would receive free overhead for our hospital-based clinic space with EMR support to follow up on your patients post-discharge as well as newly referred outpatients from the ER. There is also access to electrodiagnostics. Our hospital is a primary referral centre for central Vancouver Island. It serves an immediate population of 125,000 and a secondary population of 330,000 and is a 345 bed hospital, with extensive diagnostic services, dedicated ICU (separate from Internal Medicine), and a renal dialysis centre. The hospital is also a residency site for UBC’s Family Practice Residency Program. Candidates we are looking to join our group will need to be eligible for FRCPC (Internal Medicine with the Royal College of Canada) and eligible for licensure with the CPSBC. Start Date As soon as possible Hours of Work (requirement for 1.0 FTE) Internal medicine on-call shifts: 5 service weeks per year, covering Monday - Sunday from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Additional internal medicine evening fly-in coverage: 4 shifts / month, covering new referrals 5:00 PM–11:00 PM and ward issues 5:00 PM–08:00 AM. Internal medicine inpatient rounding unit: 5 service weeks per year, covering Monday - Sunday from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Community Information Nanaimo is a vibrant coastal city on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island. Known as the Harbour City, Nanaimo boasts an extensive downtown waterfront, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities due to easy access to both the mountains and the ocean, and a temperate climate that makes it an appealing place to live and work. Qualifications Eligible for FRCPC (Internal Medicine with the Royal College of Canada) and eligible for licensure with the CPSBC. Acute care and hospital experience required. Interested candidates, please attach your CV and letter of interest. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Foundry is a province-wide network of integrated health and social service centres for young people ages 12-24. Foundry Centres provide young people access to mental health care, substance use services, primary care, social services and youth and family peer supports. We are actively looking to fill a vacant fulltime position which may be shared by multiple FPs Physician services at the centre will include providing full-scope primary care within an interdisciplinary integrated team by providing the following activities: Primary care Sexual Health Mental Health Substance use services Harm reduction Gender affirming care And other areas related to centre needs. The Foundry family physicians work collaboratively, with each other, and allied health professionals to provide primary care, including same day appointments, when possible, for patients accessing care at Foundry. To support collaborative care for youth seeking services at Foundry Campbell River, allied health providers may consult with Foundry physicians for advice and patient care management on a regular basis. The Foundry family physicians work collaboratively to ensure care is provided within the centres’ normal operating hours excluding statutory holidays, or as otherwise determined in collaboration with Foundry Campbell River leadership. The Physicians will provide services via face to face appointments, telephone consultations and virtual care options where available and as appropriate based on the clinical circumstances. May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Recruitment Incentive: $10,000 (full-time) Relocation Costs Reimbursement: up to $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from) Fee Premium: 6.09% Annual Flat Fee: $9,437.76 Rural CME: starting at $2,200.00/annum in year 3 & 4 to a maximum of $4,400.00/annum after 4 years. The above amounts are current as of August 2024 and may be subject to change. Midway along Vancouver Island’s eastern shore is beautiful Campbell River. An hour and a half north of Nanaimo and neighbouring the communities of Quadra Island, Sayward and Oyster River, this region is picturesque and a perfect place to call home. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a plethora of opportunities to hike, mountain bike, ski, boat and fish at their doorstep. Enjoy Vancouver Islands enviable climate with year-round access to world‑class golf courses and the nature trails in Strathcona Provincial Park minutes from the city. For children entering elementary and secondary school, education options are available through School District 72 or other private alternatives. With its stunning natural beauty and outdoor activities, Campbell River offers a quality of lifestyle second to none. For more information or to apply for this posting please contact: Clinical Service Contract as per physician agreement Qualifications Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC CCFP Education, Training and Experience Demonstrates a willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team-based, collaborative practice. Awareness of Indigenous health practices and Indigenous health supports. Demonstrates a high level of clinical skill and competence with knowledge in the following areas and willingness to take training as per Foundry Campbell River needs: Reproductive health, including sexual health and STI prevention and treatment Adolescent and young adult physical, psychological and social development understanding. Strong understanding of Mental health, including disordered eating and substance use treatment. Gender affirming care Opioid Agonist Treatment & Addictions Medicine #J-18808-Ljbffr
A health services provider is seeking full-time General Internal Medicine Specialists to join a collegial group at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Applicants should be eligible for FRCPC and CPSBC licensure, with prior hospital experience preferred. The role includes competitive hourly rates for on-call and inpatient rounding services. Nanaimo offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with abundant recreational activities and a welcoming community, ideal for professionals looking to thrive in a supportive environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join Island Health as a Hematologist in Nanaimo, providing both inpatient consultative services and outpatient care in a community-based clinic. This permanent specialty position offers a vibrant setting, research, and medical education opportunities, all while serving a large catchment area. Enjoy the beautiful lifestyle of Nanaimo with its myriad recreational activities, facilitating a balance of work and leisure. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Island Health Division of Hematology is recruiting a Hematologist to join the Island-Wide program. The clinical responsibilities are to provide both inpatient consultative hematology services for the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital as well as outpatient hematology service to the Central and North Island through an established community-based clinic.The successful candidate will have a flexible vision and excellent benign and malignant hematology skills. It is expected the candidate will embrace the full scope of Hematology work, including a part-time position at BC Cancer to assess and manage patients with lymphoma, myeloma, and myelodysplastic syndrome.Research and medical education opportunities are available. The Division of Hematology and BC Cancer is affiliated with the University of British Columbia, and this position includes clinical teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate learners.There is a large catchment area served by the Division – we are responsible for the referral population of approximately 800,000Community InformationNanaimo, an exciting urban community with a breathtaking waterfront, provides an opportunity to enjoy an active exciting lifestyle with a multitude of year-round recreational opportunities including golf, mountain biking and walking trails, kayaking, paddle boarding and sailing, or dive to explore three artificial reefs created by wrecks sunk in the harbour. In winter, both downhill and cross-country skiing can be enjoyed at Mount Washington, just 1.5 hours north. This vibrant, growing city of 97,000 boasts its own symphony and theater, offers post-secondary education at the Vancouver Island University, is just 15 minutes by seaplane to downtown Vancouver and a short drive to Victoria.Job TypesPermanent SpecialtyDepartmentFacility/SiteCityContactQualified candidates please forward your CV, cover letter to:FRCPC Internal Medicine & Hematology
Eligible for full licensure, College of Physicians & Surgeons of BC
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A healthcare organization in Nanaimo is seeking full-time General Internal Medicine Specialists to join their collegial group. Responsibilities include providing hospitalist service, inpatient rounding, and on-call shifts. The ideal candidate will be eligible for FRCPC and possess acute care experience. Nanaimo offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle and is a primary referral center serving a large population. This position includes competitive remuneration and a 1.0 FTE requirement. #J-18808-Ljbffr
