Role and Facility Information
We are looking for full OR coverage for the duration of your visit, including all elective/urgent/emergent surgeries including obstetrical analgesia (epidurals/intrathecals). This would also include after hours and weekend coverage. Our anesthesia service also provides critical care support to our ER colleagues and to the hospital. This includes but not limited to out-of-OR airway support to ER/hospital, resuscitations (adult/pediatric/neonatal) and trauma support. This team of GP’s and GP Specialists work in a collaborative team to support each other in clinical and academic activities to provide the best level of patient care in the north and one of the uniqueness of the anesthesia team is that they offer close supports to fellow FPA colleagues, especially those who are new to practice.
Terms
Coverage Information
Coverage Dates - Flexible
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Nov 01 2024 to Nov 08 2024
- Regular Scheduled Office Hours
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Hospital-based assignment.
Clinic work is optional.
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Yes
Yes
- On-Call Date(s) / Hours
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Anaesthesia on call coverage after OR and overnight - week days Nov 1st, 4th-8th
Anaesthesia on call coverage - 24 hours on weekends (Nov 2nd & 3rd)
About the Clinic
Clinic Description
Clinic Composition
Omineca Medical Clinic is a busy rural family practice comprised of 12 Physicians, including two permanent GPAs. Many of our Physicians practice full-service rural medicine which includes working at St. John Hospital, as well as the Clinic.
Local Resources
St. John Hospital: Lab, Maternity, Blood Bank, X-ray, Ultrasound, Visiting Mammography, Surgery, LTC facility Allied Health Professionals -interprofessional team for community services Outreach Specialty Clinics: IM, Pediatrics, Geriatrics
Emergency Framework
Ambulance including Air Ambulance. There is always an anaesthetist and a surgeon on call. Virtual / remote support for ER - "RTVS" Northern RACE line
Call Expectations
Flexible - depends on the number of anaesthetists in community (1:2). We will work with Physicians to create mutually agreeable work schedules.
CME Schedule
Regular weekly Tuesday Physician Lunch meeting and many other continuing medical education / in-service opportunities.
Visiting Specialist/Consultant Information
Visiting Specialists: ENT, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedics Outreach Clinics: IM, Pediatrics, Geriatric Outreach Team. Visiting surgeons in the OR: Ortho, ENT, Plastic Surgery, Oby/Gyne, dental surgeries
EMR Information
EMR System
MOIS
What training is provided for the EMR System
Orientation and EMR training provided by the Practice Support Coach, as desired.
Level of Support/Care and Policy
Welcoming Procedures
Locums are supported and welcomed to the community by the Physicians and the Clinic Office Manager. We provide assistance with housing, orientation, scheduling, and all other logistics. We are happy to look after various details and arrangements.
Orientation
GPAs will be provided with orientation and mentoring (as desired) by the permanent GPAs in community. Hospital OR and ER orientations are arranged at St. John Hospital.
Social Involvement
The Vanderhoof Physician team is very friendly, collegial, and supportive. We have worked with many different locum Physicians and enjoy welcoming new colleagues to the team. As a teaching site, we have an R1 and an R2 Resident in community, as well as various other medical students coming for electives. Vanderhoof is a lovely small town with a good assortment of great restaurants, stores, and other amenities. In addition, it is located within an hours' drive of Prince George.
Clinic Policy
No information specified.
Accommodation and Transportation
The clinic does provide accommodation.
Accommodation Description
Northern Health provides locum housing in town which is conveniently located close to the hospital, and all of the town amenities. There are also a number of good hotels and a few Air BnBs.
Most Convenient Mode of Transportation
Fly via Air Canada and WestJet to Prince George Airport.
Car rentals are available at the airport. Vanderhoof is 100km drive from Prince George on Highway 16.
Closest Amenities
Grocery Store
Coop grocery store, Your Independent Grocer (like Superstore) All "big box" stores such as Costco, Walmart, Canadian Tire, etc. are located in Prince George (only an hour's drive away) Lots of good local shopping and chain restaurants
Community Centre
New community swimming pool, private fitness gym, trails and parks for biking, walking, running. Lots of opportunities for outdoor activities. The arts and culture scene is vibrant. Plenty of opportunities for recreational activities.
Other Closest Amenities
Vanderhoof is the geographical centre of BC but it is conveniently located within easy driving distance of Prince George, the northern capital which offers expanded retail, cultural, sports, & other local attractions, including a major airport.