Role and Facility Information
Squamish General Hospital (SGH) is seeking GP-ESS or GP-OSS providers to support maternity care. SGH currently has roughly 400 births/year with the potential for growth in this expanding community. Patients with obstetrical, medical and/or surgical risk factors will be referred to Lions Gate Hospital for care. SGH is looking for a GP-ESS or GP-OSS who is available for emergency caesarean sections coverage when the following criteria are met: Term; Singleton (single infant); No prior uterine surgery; BMI< 35; no plan for salpingectomy. Seeking coverage for August 2025 with flexible dates. Obstetrical/Gynecological emergencies will be sent to LGH OB/Gyne.
Terms
Coverage Information
Coverage Dates - Flexible
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Aug 12 2025 to Aug 15 2025
- Regular Scheduled Office Hours
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n/a
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Yes
No
- On-Call Date(s) / Hours
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August 12-14, 0700 to 0700 **Assignment ends Aug 15 at 0700
About the Clinic
Clinic Description
Clinic Composition
No information specified.
Local Resources
Lab, Blood Bank, X-ray, CT, Ultrasound, Mammography, Fluoroscopy, Physiotherapy, Obstetrics, Palliative care, Chemotherapy, Pharmacy, Mental Health and Addictions, Social Workers.
Emergency Framework
Ambulance including Air Ambulance services.
Call Expectations
No information specified.
CME Schedule
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
No information specified.
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
Drive.
Closest Amenities
Grocery Store
Available.
Community Centre
Hiking, rock climbing.
Other Closest Amenities
Banking.