Temporary Inpatient Care Physician
Vancouver Coastal Health
Temporary Inpatient Care Physician
Vancouver Coastal Health
Public health authority delivering patient care
Job Title:
Temporary Inpatient Care Physician
Work Site:
qathet General Hospital
Status:
Full-Time
Start Date:
To be mutually agreed upon
Compensation Type:
Combination
Come work as an Inpatient Care Physician with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Live your dream in vibrant small-town BC! Provide inpatient care at an exemplary hospital in qathet (Powell River), British Columbia -- a diverse and dynamic oceanside community of approximately 22,000 people, where sunsets and whale watching are right at your doorstep. With 32 lakes and innumerable rivers in the immediate surrounds, life in the community is maximized by spending time in the outdoors. Residents and visitors alike enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, climbing, fishing, and foraging in the varied natural landscapes that surround us.
qathet General Hospital (qGH) is a 33-bed hospital located on the beautiful Northern Sunshine Coast. As an inpatient care service provider, you would be tasked with managing acute care patients whose care is not being provided by a specialist acting as MRP. Specialist services currently available include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Midwifery.
Physicians typically provide coverage in 7-day service blocks (Monday through Sunday), and service responsibilities include daytime inpatient care as well as on-call coverage for admitted patients outside of regular daytime hours. Remuneration is supported through the Longitudinal Family Practice (LFP) Payment Model.
Travel and accommodation support is available through Vancouver Coastal Health. Powell River is easily accessible via a 30-minute flight from Vancouver on Pacific Coastal Airlines or Harbour Air, and can also be reached by road and ferry from the Lower Mainland. Please reach out if you are interested in learning more about our team, community, or scope of practice.
Education, Licensing, & Experience:
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.
Public health authority delivering patient care
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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