Emergency Medicine

Seeking Emergency Medicine physicians for permanent full-time and part-time positions at Cowichan District Hospital. We are a group of enthusiastic ED physicians with CCFP-EM and FRCP certification. Our Emergency Department sees around 125 visits per day. In addition to regular Emergency Department shifts, we also have a Rapid Access and Diagnostic Virtual Unit (RADU), which manages patients meeting strict criteria who are likely to be discharged within 24 hours of admission.

The RADU physician also supports the Emergency Department. We have double coverage from 09:00 to 01:00 every day and triple coverage from 11:00 to 19:30.

We are looking for someone to work Emergency Department shifts - Day, Afternoon, Early Evening, Late Evening, and Overnight, as well as RADU shifts. We are affiliated with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program and participate in teaching medical students and residents (limited to certain shifts). We are also the pre-deployment readiness site for military physicians and PAs.

The Cowichan medical community is tightly knit, with great collegial relationships across the acute and community settings, and an active and engaged Division of Family Practice and Medical Staff Association. As a physician group, we are excited to be actively involved in planning for the new Cowichan District Hospital, which will feature state-of-the-art equipment and design, is expected to be completed in 2027, and will bring added inpatient capacity (203 beds, 185 operational at opening) as well as expanded OR and ICU capacity.

We would be delighted to provide more information to anyone interested - please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA), including (subject to change):

• Recruitment Incentive: up to a maximum of $10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)
• Relocation: up to a maximum of $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
• Flat fee: $6,373.80
• Fee Premium: 4.2%
• CME: $2,200 in years 3 and 4 and $4,400 after 4 years in the community

Located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, the City of Duncan enjoys Canada’s most temperate climate. Characterized by diverse landscapes from lush countryside to scenic coastal villages and charming inland communities, the Cowichan Valley encompasses freshwater lakes, saltwater beaches, marinas, and farmland. The area offers a wide variety of attractions for outdoor enthusiasts including hiking, biking trails, golfing, sailing, canoeing, and ocean kayaking.

In addition to many local artisans and attractions, the South Cowichan Valley boasts five top vineyards and wineries.

Public education in Duncan is complemented by renowned local private schools, and only 45 minutes south, Victoria offers excellent educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities.

Vancouver Island, one of Canada’s most livable regions, provides the very best in both urban and rural living. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, Vancouver Island offers an opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an enviable quality of life.

Job Types

Permanent Specialty

Department

Emergency & Critical Care Medicine

Facility/Site

City

Duncan

Contact

For more information on this and other opportunities please contact:

Darsey Batchelor, Medical Staff Recruiter

Island Health

Email: dars

Alternative payment as per Cowichan Emergency Physician Association

Education, Training and Experience

CCFP-EM, FRCPC, ABEM or USA certified class of licensure

Full Licensure with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of BC

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - Desired

Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Desired