Family Physician

Company Description

Island Health is the largest employer on Vancouver Island, with more than 31,000 staff plus physician partners and volunteers delivering care to approximately 930,000 residents across the island and coastal communities. Team members can build meaningful careers in diverse clinical environments, ranging from urban centers to rural and remote locations. The organization offers competitive compensation and employer-paid benefits, and is recognized as a top employer and a leader in inclusion and sustainability. Island Health promotes a values-driven, supportive workplace culture where people can find purpose, balance, professional development, and West Coast lifestyle opportunities. Applicants who want to contribute to excellent health and care for everyone in the community will find Island Health a welcoming and rewarding place to practice.

islandhealth.ca/locations/hospitals-health-centre-locations/central-nanaimo-urgent-primary-care-centre

Role Description

The Family Physician will provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages in an on-site clinical setting in Nanaimo, BC. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, providing preventive care, and coordinating referrals to specialty services as appropriate. The role involves participating in urgent care when needed, supporting continuity of care, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and contributing to community health initiatives. The physician will maintain accurate clinical documentation, follow evidence-informed guidelines, and uphold Island Health’s standards for safety, quality, and patient-centered care. This is a contract role based on-site, requiring regular availability during agreed clinical hours.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Primary Care and Family Medicine to provide comprehensive, longitudinal care to individuals and families.
• Clinical proficiency in Medicine and Urgent Care to manage acute presentations, stabilize patients, and support coordinated follow-up.
• Experience or strong interest in Community Health to address population needs, health promotion, and preventive care in a multidisciplinary context.
• Licensure (or eligibility for licensure) with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia and certification in Family Medicine (e.g., CCFP or equivalent).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Commitment to culturally safe, trauma-informed, and inclusive care that respects diverse backgrounds and identities.
• Current CPR/BLS certification and adherence to clinical safety, ethics, and quality improvement practices.
• Ability to adapt to varying workloads, use electronic medical records efficiently, and participate in ongoing professional development.