Job Description:
Join Fraser Health as an Internal Medicine Physician
Fraser Health (FH) is at the heart of healthcare, serving nearly two million people across 20 diverse communities, from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon. We provide comprehensive, integrated hospital and community-based services on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. As part of our team, you will be working alongside over 48,000 staff, medical professionals, and volunteers dedicated to exceptional patient care.
We are currently seeking two full-time Internal Medicine physicians to join our multidisciplinary team in Surrey, B.C. This exciting opportunity allows you to work collaboratively with other specialists, providing Most Responsible Provider (MRP) coverage in our Palliative Complex Care Unit (PCCU) and delivering consultation services to both acute care and community-based patients.
- Work in one of Canada’s most rapidly growing health regions
- Collaborate with experienced Internal Medicine professionals
- Serve a diverse and dynamic patient population
- Access advanced medical facilities and state-of-the-art technology
About the Internal Medicine Role
We offer integrated, regional, and comprehensive palliative care services across various settings, including:
- 30 Palliative Complex Care Unit (PCCU) beds
- Consult services at 12 acute care sites
- Community and other specialized healthcare settings
- Support for 126 hospice beds
- Opportunities for under-graduate and post-graduate teaching through the University of British Columbia’s Division of Palliative Care
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality Internal Medicine services in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Deliver palliative care support in acute and community-based settings
- Offer clinical expertise and consultation for complex cases
- Participate in research, training, and continuous professional development
- One-year enhanced skills residency with a Certificate of Added Competence (CAC) through the College of Family Physicians of Canada
- Two-year Royal College subspecialty in Palliative Medicine
- Eligibility for licensing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British ColumbiaDemonstrated experience in providing patient-centered care
Surrey Memorial Hospital (SMH) is Fraser Health’s largest regional hospital, offering:
- Intensive care, oncology, and hemodialysis units
- Advanced vascular and thoracic surgery services
- One of the busiest Emergency Departments in British Columbia
As the second-largest hospital in the province, SMH is an integral part of a rapidly growing city with a population exceeding 568,000 residents. Known for its cultural diversity, Surrey provides an exceptional work-life balance with vibrant community amenities and recreational activities.
- Remuneration is provided through a provincially set service contract with the Ministry of Health
- Competitive salary with opportunities for additional professional growth
- Comprehensive benefits, including pension plans and continuing education support
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