At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a collaborative team providing inpatient care in a busy community hospital.
- Company: Peace Arch Hospital, part of Fraser Health, serving over two million people.
- Benefits: Competitive salary starting at $550,000 with various payment plans.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and participation in outpatient services.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in patient care while working in a state-of-the-art facility.
- Qualifications: Must be eligible for FRCPC and have strong General Internal Medicine experience.
The Department of Medicine at Peace Arch Hospital (PAH) is recruiting one full-time General Internal Medicine (GIM) specialist for a predominantly inpatient practice covering the ICU, cardiac telemetry, and medical ward. PAH is a busy and rapidly growing community hospital in White Rock, British Columbia. The site is undergoing significant expansion, with a new ER and OR recently completed and a state-of-the-art ICU and telemetry unit currently under construction. Successful candidates will join a collaborative GIM group practice.
Responsibilities include:
- Hospital consultations (across most subspecialties)
- ICU and telemetry coverage
The ICU includes seven beds and supports up to two ventilated patients. Physicians rotate every six weeks to cover daytime service (0800-1700, Monday to Sunday). On-call coverage is MOCAP Level I (1700-0800), typically 4-5 calls per month and every 7th weekend. Additional call shifts may be available. Preference will be given to candidates willing to establish a community clinic for consults and follow-ups. Full-time physicians will also have the opportunity to participate in outpatient services provided by the Cardiology and Internal Medicine Rapid Access Clinic.
Applicants must be eligible for FRCPC (Internal Medicine) and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC (CPSBC). Strong General Internal Medicine experience is essential. Candidates must be proficient in community ICU care, including intubation, central and femoral line insertion, chest tube placement, paracentesis, and lumbar puncture. Additional skills such as point-of-care ultrasound, pacemaker interrogation, teaching, leadership, or administrative experience are considered assets.
Compensation: Starting Compensation: $550,000 Alternative Payment Plan, Fee for Service, MOCAP - On Call Payments
Qualifications: CPSBC Eligible for Full License, FRCPC
Locations: Peace Arch Hospital
About Fraser Health: Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka'pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health's hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care.
General Internal Medicine in White Rock employer: Fraser Health Authority
Fraser Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes innovation and performance in healthcare, offering a collaborative work culture where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills. Located in Surrey, BC, the Central City Tower provides a vibrant environment that supports work-life balance and fosters a sense of community among over 50,000 staff members. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Fraser Health ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.
