Role and Facility Information
Looking for coverage for office practice x 2 weeks over Spring break (or part of, minimum 5 days). Mix of in-office and phonecalls, quite flexible schedule. No obstetrics/maternity. All ages practice. 2 exam rooms, 1 which doubles as private office. Free parking at clinic. Coverage of inquiries by fax from the LTC across the street.
Terms
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Not Eligible for Enhanced Skills Stipend
Coverage Information
Coverage Dates - Flexible
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Mar 16 2026 to Mar 27 2026
- Regular Scheduled Office Hours
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M-F 830AM--430PM
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About the Clinic
Clinic Description
Clinic Composition
5 Physicians, office manager, office staff.
Local Resources
Lab, Maternity, Blood Bank, X-ray, CT, Mammography, Physio, Pharmacy, Social Workers, Mental Health, Public Health, Home Nursing.
Emergency Framework
Ambulance including Air Ambulance services.
Call Expectations
n/a
CME Schedule
n/a
Visiting Specialist/Consultant Information
All types of specialists are available.
EMR Information
EMR System
Med Access
What training is provided for the EMR System
Locums are given an introduction to the EMR system on the first day.
Level of Support/Care and Policy
Welcoming Procedures
No information specified.
Orientation
Passwords, keys and face to face orientation is provided upon the locum's arrival by the office manager along with basic training of the EMR system.
Social Involvement
No information specified.
Clinic Policy
No information specified.
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
Most Convenient Mode of Transportation
Fly via Air Canada to Nanaimo Airport.
Sail via BC Ferries to Nanaimo and Swartz Bay (near Victoria).
Bus via Greyhound Canada.
Car rentals are available from Nanaimo and Victoria.
Closest Amenities
Grocery Store
No Frills and Country Grocer are two largest nearby.
Community Centre
Murals around town, golfing, pool, exercise facilities, live theatre, biking/hiking trails, ice skating.
Other Closest Amenities
Restaurants, banks, pharmacies, shops, optometrist, dentist, spa.