Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Role and Facility Information Come work as a Family Practitioner with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) The community of Bella Bella is seeking a Family Physician with emergency experience to join their healthcare team, providing comprehensive services to its residents. This placement is for an ROS Program. The Province of British Columbia’s Physician ROS programs support equitable access to health care across BC. Family medicine participants provide government-funded health services in an identified placement for a two-year term. Enjoy the efficiency of integrated clinic, hospital, and pharmacy services within a single facility. Our team delivers routine clinic care, emergency services, and inpatient care to a predominantly Heiltsuk Nation community of approximately 2,000 individuals. Primary healthcare is provided through Vancouver Coastal Health’s ƛ̓uxválásu̓ilas Heiltsuk Hospital (kwil-valas-iwaylas) and the Bella Bella Medical Clinic. The hospital features acute, residential, and emergency care, complemented by diagnostic imaging, laboratory, pharmacy, and visiting ultrasound services. The facility is staffed by seven physicians, with three to four physicians on duty daily, and includes five patient/doctor exam rooms. ƛ̓uxválásu̓ilas Heiltsuk Hospital offers five acute care beds, seven continuing care beds, and a 24/7 emergency department with four beds. Our ER is open 24/7. Call schedule is 1-in-3 or 1-in-4 split shifts (11/13 hour shifts during the week, 24 hour shifts on weekends on holidays, no patients booked after a night on call). Bella Bella is a picturesque island community located off the central coast of British Columbia, 480 kilometers northwest of Vancouver. Its stunning natural surroundings include channels, inlets, and old‑growth forests. The oceanfront hospital serves as a central hub for community life. Recreational opportunities are abundant for outdoor enthusiasts. Activities such as kayaking among the nearby islands, fishing, and eco‑tours from Shearwater resort or local providers are readily available. The hospital’s vista offers potential sightings of humpback whales, orcas, and sea lions. Applicants will require ACLS, ATLS and PALS certification to work in Emergency. If any of the certifications have expired, the CARE certification can replace the expired certifications. Please ensure that you upload your current CV and provide any supplemental documentation (if applicable). Other Benefits MOCAP on call is estimated in the above total—average 1:3 or 1:4 call shifts. REEF ER incentive is in addition to the amounts at $400 per 24 hour shift or $200 per 12 hour shift. After Hours Premium (AHP) is in addition to the above and qualifies for FPE incentive. Housing is provided for permanent/locum physicians. The site qualifies for Locums of BC assistance for additional time off if locum replaces your week(s) on site. Qualifications Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Mandatory Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) – Mandatory Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Full Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) - Mandatory Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) – Mandatory Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PAL) - Mandatory Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health? Grow your career with employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities. Wellness supports, including counseling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families. Award‑winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers. Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers in 2024. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Compensation Type: Alternative Payment Arrangement #J-18808-Ljbffr