Description

Live and work where purpose, balance and community come together.

Island Health offers a range of opportunities for Family Physicians across diverse communities on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

Enjoy a flexible schedule while working alongside supportive, like-minded colleagues. Join a welcoming and growing team dedicated to providing high-quality care across the region.

Practice in a variety of settings, from vibrant urban centres to close-knit coastal communities, all set against a stunning natural backdrop. With populations ranging from 5,000 to 390,000, and one of the mildest climates in Canada, Vancouver Island offers year-round access to outdoor recreation. Convenient connections to Vancouver and Seattle make it easy to stay connected while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.

We’re seeking physicians committed to continuous learning and delivering culturally informed care, creating safe and inclusive spaces for all patients.

Opportunities are available in Urgent and Primary Care Centres across both urban and rural communities.

We’ll support you every step of the way as you find your place.

Island Health is also affiliated with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program, offering opportunities to teach and mentor through the Family Practice Residency Program.

The Communities

Island Health acknowledges with respect and humility the Coast Salish, Nuu-chah-nulth and Kwakwaka’wakw Peoples on whose unceded traditional territories we provide care.

Renowned for its natural beauty, Vancouver Island represents the true West Coast lifestyle.

Each community offers easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities, including kayaking, windsurfing, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, running, skiing and golf.

These vibrant and growing communities feature many public and private schools, making them ideal for families. With its diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage and thriving arts scene, Vancouver Island offers the opportunity to build a meaningful career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.

Unsure About Your Licensure?

If you are unsure about your licensure eligibility in British Columbia, your first step is to register with Health Match BC (HMBC). A HMBC representative will review your application and connect with you to discuss licensure requirements and available immigration supports.

If you secure a permanent position (minimum 0.8 FTE) with Island Health, HMBC will work alongside our Medical Staff Recruitment team to support you through the BC Provincial Nominee Program, a streamlined pathway to obtaining a work permit and progressing toward permanent residency.

Additional Benefits

Additional benefits may be available to successful permanent candidates as per the Ministry of Health’s Rural Recruitment Contingency Fund in eligible rural communities (excluding Nanaimo and Greater Victoria), including:

• Relocation
• Recruitment Incentives
• Fee Premiums
• Annual Flat Fees
• Rural CME
  
  

Rural Practice Subsidiary Agreement - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)

To learn more about all our current vacancies, please visit medicalstaff.islandhealth.ca/careers

Application Process:

To apply, please attach your cover letter and CV to Harjinder Conway, Medical Staff Recruiter, Island Health at medstaffrecruitment@islandhealth.ca