RSLP - Pediatrics Specialist needed for North Island Hospital, Comox Valley

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SLP222-0009

Status
Open
Site
North Island Hospital, Comox Valley
Community
Comox C
Admitting & Treatment Privileges
North Island Hospital, Comox Valley

Role and Facility Information

On Call Coverage at North Island Hospital - Comox Valley. Can expect calls for neonatal resuscitation, ED consults, admissions and on-going care of patients admitted to pediatric ward, telephone advice from local physicians and midwives.

Clinic component would be optional depending on locum's interest and preferred dates.

Terms

Coverage Information

Coverage Dates - Flexible

May 08 2025 to May 18 2025
Regular Scheduled Office Hours
n/a
Yes Yes
On-Call Date(s) / Hours
24h shifts starting at 0800

About the Clinic

Clinic Description

Clinic Composition

n/a

Emergency Framework

Patients present to the Emergency Department at CVH. Subsequently assessed by ER Physician. Peds may be consulted for support, either through telephone advice or in-person assessment +/- admission.

Call Expectations

Call goes from 0800 to 0800 (24h at a time).

EMR Information

EMR System

Combination of Powerchart and paper charting for the hospital.

Level of Support/Care and Policy

Welcoming Procedures

.Upon arrival, locum physician is asked to pick up welcome package/hospital ID from security desk (near ED) and open 24/7.

Orientation

A local pediatrician will provide an orientation ideally in person with a hospital walk-around. On the off chance that this is not possible, orientation will be provided over the phone by a pediatrician and if possible we will arrange for a walk-around with a GP colleague.

Accommodation and Transportation

The clinic does not provide accommodation.

Accommodation Description

Accommodation and car rental, if required, will be the responsibility of the Host physician or Health Authority for all “C” and “D” communities on the RSA Communities Designation list. LRBC will reimburse for travel to and from the locum community