Smithers

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. The population of Smithers is approximately 6,000, with an additional 5,000 from the surrounding communities that access services. There are three elementary schools, one secondary school, one alternate format school for grades 9-12 and Coast Mountain College. https://www.northernhealth.ca/our-communities/smithers

Practice Details:

Join our dynamic healthcare team in the picturesque town of Smithers, BC! Our community focused medical staff are committed to providing exceptional care to children and families in the region.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Pediatrician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a solo practice with support from the Pediatricians based in Terrace and Prince George. In addition to Family Physicians, there is a Psychiatrist and Radiologist located in Smithers and plenty of visiting specialist visits.

There is no NICU in Smithers.

Qualifications:

• Eligible for Fellowship with the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)

Call Schedule:

Hours of work: No Details
On call requirements: --

Compensation:

Bulkley Valley District Hospital :

Bulkley Valley District Hospital is a 24-bed Acute Care facility, which integrates home and community care into one facility. Some of the services include:
• Emergency/outpatient
• Medical
• Surgical
• Maternity
• Palliative Care
• Psychiatric Observation Unit
• Laboratory
• Pediatric services
• Radiology (X-ray, Mammography, Ultrasound)
• Home and Community Care
• Community Cancer Clinic
• Diverse programs of visiting specialists and surgeons

Other health care facilities in Smithers:
• Bulkley Lodge (Long-term care)
• Smithers Community Health (Public Health and Mental Health and Addictions)
• Healthy Living Center (Primary Care, Chronic Disease and
Dietitian Support)