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Fraser Health

Oct 18, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Maple Ridge

Requirements

  • Candidates must be licensed or (eligible for licensure) with College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC).
  • Hospitalist experience is strongly suggested, and membership in professional hospital medicine societies is an asset.
  • Candidates with post-graduate Fellowship training in hospital medicine will be given preference.

Responsibilities

  • Primary responsibilities include admission and management of “unattached” patients as the Most Responsible Physician (MRP), as well as supportive care for some surgical and specialty medical patients. This job requires superior clinical and communication skills, along with exceptional bedside manner and people management abilities. Our hospitalists must be proficient with the range of hospital and community resources available in their local institution, and work collaboratively with specialist and community-based physicians to optimize patient care and discharge planning processes. Our team members must demonstrate a commitment to the evolving specialty of hospital medicine through involvement in clinical and non-clinical activities (such as quality improvement projects, participation in committees and academic excellence). They are expected to show a curiosity for lifelong learning and a desire for on-going continuing professional development by participating in academic and CME activities relevant to acute care medicine. New graduates who apply for positions are expected to demonstrate their proficiency in hospital medicine through hospitalist electives and other relevant educational rotations during their training. Candidates with post-graduate Fellowship training in hospital medicine will be given preference.

FAQs

What type of employment is available for Hospitalists at Ridge Meadows Hospital?

Ridge Meadows Hospital is seeking qualified physicians for both permanent full-time and part-time positions in its Hospitalist program.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Hospitalist at Ridge Meadows Hospital?

Hospitalists are responsible for the admission and management of "unattached" patients as the Most Responsible Physician (MRP), as well as providing supportive care for some surgical and specialty medical patients.

What are the typical working hours for a Hospitalist?

Hospitalists work 10-hour shifts from 7 am to 5 pm, Monday to Sunday, with additional evening admitting shifts from 5 pm to 11 pm on a rotational basis.

Is there an opportunity for virtual work?

Yes, there are virtual evening shifts from 5 pm to 11 pm and 9-hour virtual overnight shifts from 11 pm to 8 am, which can be done from home for physicians who also work day and evening admitting shifts.

What qualifications are required to apply for this position?

Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC). Hospitalist experience is highly recommended, and membership in professional hospital medicine societies is considered an asset.

What is the compensation structure for Hospitalists at Ridge Meadows Hospital?

Compensation is based on the Physician Master Agreement and the Hospitalist contract dated March 15, 2024, with a current rate of $200/hr and additional incentives of up to $40/hr.

When is the application closing date for this position?

The closing date for applications is November 15, 2024.

What qualities are being sought in candidates for the Hospitalist role?

Candidates should have superior clinical and communication skills, exceptional bedside manner, and people management abilities. A commitment to lifelong learning and participation in professional development activities is also expected.

Are new graduates encouraged to apply for the Hospitalist positions?

Yes, new graduates are encouraged to apply, provided they demonstrate proficiency in hospital medicine through relevant electives and educational rotations during training.

Is there a preference for candidates with additional training?

Yes, candidates with post-graduate Fellowship training in hospital medicine will be given preference.

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Fraser Health

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Located in British Columbia, Fraser Health is one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing health authorities that operates 12 hospitals (including Level 1 and 3 Trauma Centres), the province’s first state-of-the-art outpatient centre and other facilities. Serving over two (2) million British Columbians in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, our team of over 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.