Family Practice ROS (200-1755)

Established private office based broad spectrum family practice in the Alderlea Medical Clinic along side a small group of 7 associate family physicians (3 FT, 4 PT) who share staff, overhead costs and who work cooperatively, cross-covering for each other in times of short absences/unavailability.

Provision of inpatient acute care hospital MRP service for the practice patients is desired, and participation in group call schedule for weekend acute care hospital inpatient rounds is expected. Provision of MRP service for practice patients who are admitted to long-term care facilities in Duncan is also desired.

Start Date:

• September 1, 2025

Hours of Work:

• 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday-Friday

Remuneration:

• A variety of payment methods are possible for each physician to chose from including Fee for service and LFP payment models.  
• Potentially could apply for NTP (New to Practice) payment model for first two years.

Overhead:

• Monthly overhead for each physician associate is based on the number of full and half days that they have allotted exam room space in the clinic.  
• Current monthly overhead for this position is $6,208.00.  From time to time there may be a need to increase monthly overhead payments to cover rising costs.

Benefits:

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

• Recruitment Incentive: up to a maximum of $10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)
• Relocation: up to a maximum of $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
• Flat fee: $6,373.80
• Fee Premium: 4.20%
• CME: $2,200/annum year 3-4 and $4,400/annum after 4 years in the community.

The above amounts are current as of December 2024 and may be subject to change.

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/practitioner-professional-resources/physician-compensation/rural-practice-programs

Community Information:

Located in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, the City of Duncan enjoys Canada’s most temperate climate. Characterized by diverse landscapes from lush countryside to scenic coastal villages and charming inland communities, the Cowichan Valley, encompasses freshwater lakes, saltwater beaches and marinas, and farmland. The area offers a wide variety of attractions for outdoor enthusiasts including great hiking and biking trails, golfing, sailing, canoeing and ocean kayaking. In addition to many local artisans and attractions, the South Cowichan Valley boasts five top vineyards and wineries.

Public education in Duncan is complemented by renowned local private schools and located only 45 minutes south, Victoria also offers excellent educational, cultural and recreational opportunities.

Vancouver Island, one of Canada’s most livable regions, provides the very best in both urban and rural living. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, Vancouver Island offers an opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an enviable quality of life.