Role and Facility Information
As per the posting details above. Both of our regular GPAs are out of town over the weekend and we are looking for coverage.
Terms
Coverage Information
Coverage Dates
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Aug 08 2025 to Aug 10 2025
- Regular Scheduled Office Hours
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Hospital-based assignment only
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Yes
Yes
- On-Call Date(s) / Hours
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Anesthesia on call coverage
Hours TBD
About the Clinic
Clinic Description
Clinic Composition
The Omineca Medical Clinic is the main family practice office in the community. We service the residents of Vanderhoof, including the outlying areas. We offer full-service family medicine with in-person and virtual appointment options.
Local Resources
St. John Hospital: Lab, Maternity, Blood Bank, X-ray, Ultrasound, Visiting Mammography, surgery including endoscopy services, oncology, a full complement of allied health professionals in the interprofessional team.
Emergency Framework
The St. John Hospital ER is open 24/7 with a 12 hour day and 12 hour night shift. One physician on duty. Back up anaesthesia, surgical, and OB call each day. Ambulance service. Air ambulance. Remote RTVS support. NH Race Line.
Call Expectations
Variable depending on the type of call and the number of available physicians in community. We can be flexible in arranging mutually convenient locum assignments.
This posting is for 24 hour coverage each day over the full weekend.
CME Schedule
There are regular cme sessions held at the regular weekly Tuesday physician lunch meetings. There are many other opportunities to engage in other cme activities as they arise.
Visiting Specialist/Consultant Information
Vanderhoof has a number of visiting surgeons who regularly operate at SJH, including orthopedic, ENT, Plastic surgery, general surgery, and OB/ GYN specialists. The Geriatric Outreach team visits 4x per year for in-person outreach clinics.
EMR Information
EMR System
MOIS
What training is provided for the EMR System
In-person MOIS training can be arranged through our Practice Support Coach or through our EMR vendor, Bright Health. Our office can also offer EMR training at any time.
Level of Support/Care and Policy
Welcoming Procedures
Visiting locums are well-supported and welcomed to the community. The office manager at the clinic will handle many of the arrangements and logistics including scheduling, accommodations, and orientations. New locums will receive a welcome gift from the facility engagement team. The Vanderhoof medical community is very collegial and friendly.
Orientation
New locums are offered an orientation to the relevant hospital department by one of the current physicians. If the locum is going to work at the Omineca Medical Clinic, we arrange EMR training and assist in welcoming new physicians to the office.
Social Involvement
The Vanderhoof physicians and the staff at St. John Hospital are very friendly and supportive to locums. Most locums have had very positive experiences in Vanderhoof. The team is collegial and welcoming. As a teaching site, Vanderhoof often has an R1 and an R2 Resident and many medical students from the NMP who come to do electives. For a small rural community, there are many social and recreational opportunities to take part in.
Clinic Policy
N/A
Accommodation and Transportation
The clinic does provide accommodation.
Accommodation Description
NH Locum house. 2 bedrooms, fully furnished, and conveniently located in town. Close to stores, restaurants, and other amenities. Also AirBnbs or local hotels. Office Manager, Jennifer can assist in arrangements.
Most Convenient Mode of Transportation
Fly via Air Canada and WestJet to Prince George Airport.
Car rentals are available at the airport. Vanderhoof is located 108 km from PG. Travel down Highway 16. Easy drive.
Closest Amenities
Grocery Store
There are two main grocery stores – the Vanderhoof Co-op and the Your Independent Grocer. Costco, Walmart, and Superstore and other “big box” retailers are available in Prince George (60 min drive).
Community Centre
Vanderhoof has a wide array of recreational and community facilities including a new swimming pool. Plenty of outdoor activities -- walking, running, hiking, biking trails. Private fitness gym. Library. Movie theatre and much more.
Other Closest Amenities
Lots of great shopping and places to eat. CIBC and Royal Bank plus a local Credit Union. Short drive (60 minutes) to Prince George which has lots of big box stores, an internation airport, and additional entertainment & attractions.