Job Description
Role and Facility Information
Northern Health is seeking a Pediatrician(s) for the beautiful ocean side community of Prince Rupert. This full-time position can be split into two half-time positions should the incumbent(s) desire. If you are someone who is passionate about rural medicine and outdoor adventure and looking to spend less time commuting and more time by the ocean, our Pediatrics opportunity might be for you.
Join an incredibly supportive group of family physicians and specialists caring for the diverse population of Prince Rupert and the surrounding villages. This a unique opportunity to create the practice you want and achieve a work-life balance in a beautiful, coastal city.
Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is a 25 bed facility offering a full range of services including:
- Emergency
- Acute care
- Pediatrics
- Radiology
- Internal medicine
- Orthopedics
- General surgery
- Psychiatry
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
Other Facilities In Prince Rupert Include - Acropolis Manor
- Prince Rupert Community Health
- Community Cancer Clinic
Prince Rupert is home to amazing wildlife and wilderness adventures, unique history and cultural experiences, and the spectacular scenery of the rugged Coast Mountain Range and the Great Bear Rain Forest. Easily accessible by air, rail, cruise ship, ferry or car, Prince Rupert’s attractions include First Nation cultural works of art, fine North Coast galleries and boutiques, parks and walking trails, restaurants and coffee shops. A balanced lifestyle might include enjoying a round of golf on the golf course or spending time out on the water kayaking, fishing, or taking in the scenery. Reasonable housing costs, organized sports, volunteer opportunities, modern recreation facilities, community groups and programs including festivals all contribute to a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle for those living in this community. Prince Rupert has four public schools, one Catholic private school and a robust French Immersion program. Class sizes are small.
This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.
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Terms
Compensation Compensation Type Fee-for-Service Estimated Remuneration $425,000.00+
Benefits and Incentives
Vacation Leave 6-8 weeks annually, including CME May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 24.5% Retention Flat Fee $37,181 Relocation Funding Available $9,000-15,000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000 Other Benefits/Incentives Compensation estimate includes salary, on call stipend (at 1:4), as well as Retention Premium and Retention Flat Fee. Additional benefit: Rural Continuing Medical Education allowance $1,800 to $7,800 per year. Relocation: $15,000 if relocating from outside of Canada: $12,000 if relocating within Canada but outside of BC; $9,000 if relocating within BC.
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Job Tags
Full time, Relocation,