Internal Medicine

Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License Provisional Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Mandatory Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) Eligible

The Division of Internal Medicine at the West Coast General Hospital has an opportunity for a full-time General Internist.

The successful candidate will provide full spectrum of General Internal Medicine including full Intensive Care and Coronary Care capabilities to a 45,000-population referral base. Cardiac Stress testing, pulmonary function, 24-hour holter and 24-hour blood pressure monitoring capabilities are available on site.

West Coast General Hospital is a modern hospital (built in 2001) with 52 acute care beds (3 ICU). Clinical services include 24-hour emergency room, ambulatory care, acute medical/surgical and psychiatry services, cardiopulmonary, diabetes education, laboratory, medical imaging (CT scanner), nutrition counseling, pharmacy and physiotherapy services. Clinical specialists include anesthesiology, general surgery, urology, obstetrics/gynecology, internal medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics and radiology complete with PACs imaging system.

Interest in teaching and supervision of medical learners is an asset (requires eligibility for faculty appointment with UBC).

There is an opportunity to join a thriving outpatient practice in addition with the Alberni Internal Medicine (AIM) clinic.

Start Date

Fall 2025

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including:

• Recruitment Incentive - $10,000
• Fee Premium - 7.98%
• Annual Flat Fee - $12,110.22
• Rural CME starting at $2200/annum in year 3 & 4 in community, increasing to a maximum of $4400/annum after 4 years.

Rural Practice Subsidiary Agreement

Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)

Community Information

Port Alberni, located at the head of Vancouver Island’s longest inlet, offers some of the most affordable waterfront living on the island. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, the community enjoys a temperate climate and is renowned for world-class sport salmon fishing. The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with year-round opportunities for hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, and ecotourism adventures. Known as the gateway to the breathtaking beaches of Tofino and Ucluelet, Port Alberni also provides convenient access to larger urban centres—just a short commute to Nanaimo and within reach of Victoria to the south. Nearby ferry and floatplane services connect easily to Vancouver, making travel simple and efficient. With its strong sense of community, relaxed lifestyle, and exceptional natural surroundings, Port Alberni is an ideal place to live, work, and explore.

Other Benefits/Incentives

Fee-for-service on call services supported by Level 1 MOCAPService Contract for inpatient MRP ward

Recreational Activities

Situated in the central interior of Vancouver Island at the end of a long narrow inlet, Port Alberni is one of the few ports on the west coast that provides shelter against some of the powerful Pacific weather systems. Blessed with a moderate climate, it harbours both commercial fishing vessels and pleasure craft. Recreational activities in the area include fishing, hiking, scuba diving, golfing, kayaking and windsurfing.