Family Practice at Northern Health Authority
Smithers, British Columbia |
Job ID: 16911 | |
Northern Health is seeking a Family Practitioner (OB and ER are not required) to join the primary care team in the beautiful Bulkley Valley, Smithers. The Family Practitioner will be taking on new patients and there is already a waiting list. Smithers offers uniquely peaceful lifestyle with congenial medical environment, but in addition an airport in town, a downhill ski mountain in town, endless hikes and lakes and affordable real-estate. Bulkley Valley District Hospital is a 24 bed acute care facility providing emergency/outpatient, medical, surgical, maternity and palliative care services, and has one psychiatric observation unit. The facility supports home and community care services, a strong community cancer clinic, and a diverse visiting specialist/surgeon program. It also offers laboratory and radiology (x-ray, mammography, ultrasound), and pediatrics services. Smithers is located in the picturesque Bulkley Valley surrounded by three mountain ranges which provide a backdrop for the town’s Alpine setting. The main industries include forestry, tourism, transportation and agriculture. Smithers offers affordable housing and natural splendor that support a balanced lifestyle. There are golf courses, swimming, curling and skating rinks, fitness, mountain biking and hiking trails. The population of Smithers is approximately 5,400 and home to some of the country’s best skiing. There are three elementary schools, one secondary school and one alternate format school for gr. 9 – 12. |
Summary
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Specialty |
Family Practice
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Province / State |
British Columbia
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Employment Type |
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Eligible |
Physician
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Tagline |
GP for Smithers - OB and ER are NOT required
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Start Date |
2021-10-01
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Remuneration
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Remuneration |
FFS - $400,000 plus
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Billing / Overhead Split |
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Vacation / CME Leave |
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Additional Benefits |
Retention premium 21.70%, Retention Flat Fee: $24,979.80, Relocation: $9,000-$15,000, Recruitment Incentive $20,000
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Qualification Requirements
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Education |
New grads are welcome. For International physicians and Internationally trained, please visit www.healthmatchbc.org to verify your eligibility for the provisional BC license.
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Experience |
New grads are welcome
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Certifications |
CPSBC provisional, CCFP eligibility mandatory, CMPA mandatory
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Institution / Community Information
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Institution Name |
Northern Health Authority
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Street Address 1 |
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Street Address 2 |
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City / Town |
Smithers
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Country |
Canada
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Postal / Zip Code |
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Institution Description |
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Institution Size (Beds) |
unspecified
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Institution Website |
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Community Description |
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Community Size |
unspecified
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Community Website |
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Geographic location may be approximate
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Contact for Applicants
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Contact Name |
Dr. Medical Staff Recruitment
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Phone |
250-565-0000
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Fax |
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