RGPLP - *URGENT* - General Practitioner needed for Bowen Island Medical Clinic

Role and Facility Information

Bowen Island Community Health Centre is seeking coverage for a physician pulled away on a personal family emergency.

The Community Health Centre has team-based model of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and allied health providers. It provides longitudinal care to Bowen Island's population of 5000 people and same day appointments for all residents (attached or unattached) who have urgent primary care needs. Urgent same-day care is provided under a physician of the day model. The mandate of the clinic includes addressing the social determinants of health. The health centre works closely with VCH, local social service providers and specialists to provide wrap-around care to its patients and the community.

Terms

Not Eligible for Enhanced Skills Stipend

Coverage Information

Coverage Dates - Flexible

Nov 25 2024 to Dec 20 2024
Regular Scheduled Office Hours
11 am to 8 pm shifts are needed. Support is needed 2-5 days a week (dates flexible)
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About the Clinic

Clinic Description

Clinic Composition

2.5 physicians; Nurse; Community Health Navigators, 3 MOAS, Office Manager

Local Resources

The health centre is a brand new purpose built facility with large exam rooms, has modern new equipment and furniture, andfilled with natural light. It is walking distance from the ferry terminal.

Emergency Framework

Ambulance, Fire , RCMP. Mainland hospital is 20k from ferry terminal on mainland. Ambulance not dependent on ferry for transport

Call Expectations

No information specified

Visiting Specialist/Consultant Information

No information specified

EMR Information

EMR System

No information specified

What training is provided for the EMR System

No information specified

Level of Support/Care and Policy

Welcoming Procedures

No information specified

Orientation

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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 ā€œCā€ and ā€œDā€ communities on the RSA Communities Designation list. LRBC will reimburse for travel to and from the locum community

Most Convenient Mode of Transportation

Walk, Drive and Public Transport

Closest Amenities

Grocery Store

No information specified

Community Centre

No information specified

Other Closest Amenities

Bank with ATM