Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Vancouver Coastal Health
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Vancouver Coastal Health
Public health authority delivering patient care
Job Title:
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Work Site:
Sechelt Hospital
Status:
Permanent Full-Time
Start Date:
To be mutually agreed upon
Compensation Type:
Clinical Service Contract
Come work as Obstetrician/Gynecologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
This is an exceptional opportunity for a full-time Obstetrics/Gynecology Specialist to join a thriving medical community on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. This permanent position involves sharing a collaborative full-service ObGyn practice with one other specialist (with on-call coverage also supported by one FP surgeon) offering a balanced professional life in one of British Columbia’s most scenic regions.
Sechelt Hospital is a 32-bed acute care hospital that serves the entire Sunshine Coast. The hospital provides acute surgical, medical, gynecologic and obstetrical inpatient/outpatient services supported by laboratory, diagnostic imaging (including CT) and rehabilitation services. It is also home to a 4-bed critical care unit.
Sechelt Hospital manages approximately 170 births per year. The ObGyn service includes a thriving primary care obstetrical service which includes family physicians and midwives. The specialist service provides consultative obstetrical services, emergency and elective caesarean deliveries. Lions Gate Hospital and BC Women's Hospital are our tertiary care referral sites for our high risk patients including cases less than 36 weeks gestational age. BC Cancer Services is our tertiary care referral site for complex oncology care. Patient Transfer Network (PTN) provides emergency transfers of our high risk and complex cases.
The gynecology service has an established gynecologic MIS program. Sechelt Hospital provides emergency, diagnostic imaging, general surgery and internal medicine support. The Sunshine Coast has a high elder population requiring management of complex prolapse and other pathologies.
Duties of the position include:
Obstetrics and Gynecology outpatient services will be provided in a private office in Sechelt, shared with the other Obstetrics/Gynecology specialists.
The successful candidate will be expected to apply for and hold a clinical appointment with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of British Columbia. As a clinical faculty member, the successful candidate will be expected to involve learners in clinical activity and participate in program development and student evaluation.
The Sunshine Coast peninsula is one of BC’s most scenic regions, accessible from West Vancouver's Horseshoe Bay with a 40-minute ferry ride. A backdrop of the majestic Coastal Mountain Range frames a myriad of bike and cross-country skiing trails and miles of beaches. The area is home to 32,000 residents – concentrated around the larger centres of Sechelt, Gibsons and Pender Harbour. This family-friendly community offers highly rated schools. Area residents enjoy an idyllic mix of water and land activities.
Education, Licensing, & Experience:
Candidate must have up-to-date skills in operative laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, and surgical prolapse management. There is an opportunity for surgical mentoring of new graduates and surgical collaboration with fellow ObGyn and General Surgery specialists
Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Stephanie Barnes, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: [email protected] or click “Apply Now.”
Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.
As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.
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Vancouver Coastal Health is a health care provider in the Vancouver area that delivers patient care and health services. Its offerings come from a team-based system focused on quality care, supported by employer-funded training and career growth opportunities. The organization emphasizes a workplace culture where every voice is heard and collaboration is central, aiming to create a supportive team environment while serving the community. In comparison to competitors, it highlights public healthcare delivery, a strong emphasis on staff development and collaboration, and a clear commitment to accessible patient care. Overall goal: ensure high-quality patient care and better health outcomes by supporting health professionals and fostering a collaborative workplace.
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