Associate Physician, Cardiac Surgery

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $55.25/Hr.

- CAD $79.42/Hr.

The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. Testing may be required. A criminal record check may be required.

Within the context of a client and family‑centred model of care and, in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values and strategic directions of Providence Health Care (PHC), the Associate Physician (AP) Cardiac Surgery serves as a physician extender to provide care to inpatients in the Cardiac Surgery Program. On a day‑to‑day basis, the AP will perform services within the scope of an AP’s clinical duties and responsibilities while under the supervision of the Cardiac Surgery MRP but is accountable to the Lead Physician or documented delegate for the overall provision of quality of care and professional development.

The AP supports the provision of continuous cardiac surgical care in a team‑based environment working collaboratively with the MRP, Residents, nurse practitioners, and nursing and allied care providers to care for cardiac surgical patients as assigned throughout the organisation. The AP will have demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work within a team, and to build relationships with other health professionals and disciplines.

The AP also will have demonstrated ability to document in accordance with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) and organizational standards, policies, and guidelines.
Organization St Paul’s Hospital is a full‑service adult tertiary acute care, teaching and research hospital located in downtown Vancouver. It is home to many world‑class medical and surgical programs, including heart and lung services, HIV/AIDS, mental health, emergency, critical care, kidney care, and elder care.

Education:

• Medical degree from a school listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. Minimum of one (1) year of accredited postgraduate training as a medical or surgical specialist, verified by the CPSBC. Successful completion of Part 1 of the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE) or Steps 1 through 3 of the United States Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLEs). Must meet the CPSBC’s English language proficiency requirements.
• Must be eligible for registration with the CPSBC in the AP class, under sponsorship by PHC.
• Must hold Canadian Citizenship, be a permanent resident or be legally able to live and work in British Columbia. Qualified candidates will hold or achieve Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification prior to commencing orientation, and will maintain such certification throughout their employment.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and skills to diagnose and manage common medical and surgical problems in the perioperative cardiac surgical patient, e.g., chest pain, dyspnea, volume overload, hypertension, arrhythmias, heart failure, cardiac tamponade, electrolyte abnormalities, pain control, delirium, and common comorbidities such as diabetes and acute and chronic kidney insufficiency.
• Confidence and experience in recognising and initiating response to emergency situations such as shock, acute coronary syndrome, stroke, etc. Ability to recognise medical instability and address initial priorities of resuscitation. Able to judge situations where discussion and reporting to senior and most responsible physicians is appropriate.
• Excellent English communication, including with patients, families and other health care professionals.
• Computer and written communication skills including order entry, clinical documentation, and ability to review relevant diagnostic information and health history.
• Ability and comfort in working in a team‑based environment.
• Ability to carry out professional duties in the face of multiple, competing demands.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

During a 12‑week probationary period, the AP will…