Williams Lake
Located in BC's Central Interior, Williams Lake sits in the heart of the Cariboo Chilcotin region, home to the famous annual Stampede. Serving a population of approximately 35,000, the area is part of the broader Cariboo Regional District, which encompasses 62,000 residents. With its many lakes, rivers, and extensive hiking and biking trails, Williams Lake and the surrounding area provide an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts to camp, fish, hunt, and play during the summer months. In the winter, residents and visitors alike enjoy snowmobiling, skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing. Williams Lake has something for everyone!
Practice Details:
Our current OB-GYN team is looking for two full-time OB-GYNs to join our team at Cariboo Memorial Hospital. Come for a visit or a locum - we would be happy to welcome you!
Physician services in Williams Lake include Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Anesthesia, and a knowledgeable and experienced group of full-service Family Doctors. We have visiting specialists including Radiology, Ophthalmology and ENT.
There are opportunities to teach and engage with learners of varying disciplines.
We have stunning scenery and access to outdoor adventures, excellent quality of life, reasonable housing prices, and low office overheads.
Experience the peace of mind that comes with an APP contract and Level 1 MOCAP-funded call while enjoying a full scope of practice.
Do not forget to ask about our Rural Incentives as well!
Click here to get a feel for life in Williams Lake: http://physicianintransition.ca/category/williams-lake/
**options to join existing private practices**
**locum opportunities also exist**
For those interested, Leadership Development Opportunities are available with Interior Health’s NAVIG8 Program. The NAVIG8 Emerging Physician Leaders Program is a comprehensive leadership development program designed specifically for physicians to address the practical leadership knowledge, behaviors and skills that high potential, emerging medical leaders require to step into leadership roles early in their careers.
Apply today to live work and play where others only vacation! It's better here!
** This job posting is for a position covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination order and selected applicant(s) must comply with the requirements of the order.
Qualifications:
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Obstetric experience
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Doctorate in Medicine
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Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory
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Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
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Eligible for licensure with PSBS; Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory.
The appropriate candidate who is eligible for and awaiting FRCSC qualifications may be considered on a case-by-case basis
Call Schedule:
Hours of work:
Full Time
On call requirements:
1:4
Compensation:
Estimated Gross Income
Competitive, inquire for details
RSA Incentives
RSA Incentives Retention Premium: 12.32%
Retention Flat Fee: $19,092.48
Relocation Funding: Max of $15,000 paid as follows: $15,000 to physicians relocating from outside of Canada, $12,000 to physicians relocating from outside of BC, but within Canada, $9,000 to physicians relocating within BC
Recruitment Incentive: Up to $15,000 based on eligibility
Rural incentives are subject to change and current rates are confirmed at time of offer.
Candidates with a BC or Canada student loan may be eligible for loan forgiveness programs.
Cariboo Memorial Hospital:
Cariboo Memorial Hospital (CMH) is under renovation with planned completion in 2029! Currently, CMH is a Level 2 Community Hospital in Williams Lake, with 28 inpatient beds. At CMH, we offer a broad spectrum of services, including emergency medicine, internal medicine, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedic surgery, pediatrics, psychiatry, anesthesia, and hospitalist services. Laboratory services, diagnostic imaging, and outpatient hemodialysis units are available on-site.