Prince Rupert is a marine-based port city with one-of-a-kind wilderness exploration and wildlife viewing experiences on northwest BC’s Pacific Coast. It’s also a popular stop on various Alaskan cruises. Located 721 km (447 miles) west of Prince George on Highway 16, Prince Rupert is the land, air, and water transportation hub of British Columbia’s North Coast, and home to 13,500 people. The city sits at the mouth of the Skeena River, surrounded by Chatham Sound and many small, uninhabited islands. The area is perfect for exploring and discovering the fascinating history and customs of local First Nations people. Prince Rupert is recognized as one of the world’s largest and leading ports and port facility expansion in the area ensures a multitude of economic opportunities now and in the future. https://www.northernhealth.ca/our-communities/prince-rupert
We are seeking someone who is passionate about rural medicine and outdoor adventure. If you're looking to spend less time commuting and more time by the ocean, our General Surgery opportunity might be for you.
Joining as the second General Surgeon in Prince Rupert, you would be part of a regional call group serving the Northwest health service delivery area. The call would be 1:5 or 1:6. The General Surgery office is located within the Prince Rupert Regional Hospital. Overhead is minimal (MOA salary and EMR). You would have 2 OR slates per week.
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 Surgery practice and achieve a work-life balance in a beautiful, coastal city.
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Hours of work:
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On call requirements:
1:5
$450,000+
Recruitment Incentive: $20,000
Relocation Assistance: $9000-15,000
Retention Premium: 24.5%
Retention Flat Fee: $37,180.50
Prince Rupert Hospital is a 24-bed facility that sees an average of 22,000 ER visits per year. It is a fully equipped facility with Medical Imaging, Laboratory, ICU, ER and Maternity. Services include:
• Acute Care
• Internal Medicine
• Ultrasound
• CT scans
• Surgery
• Emergency department
• Extended care
• Pediatrics
• Radiology
• Obstetrics
• Gynecology
Additional services such as Diabetes Education, Healthy Heart and Rehabilitation, Podiatry, Orthopedics, and other visiting specialists.
Location: | Canada British Columbia Prince Rupert |
Salary: | As Stated CAD per hour |
PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters. Only direct applications will be considered. |