Island Health has a full-time vacancy available at the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital for an Obstetrician & Gynecologist.

Applicants will hold, or be eligible for, certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Obstetrics & Gynecology and be eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia.

The successful candidates will participate in paid on-call coverage with 9 members (some of them part-time) at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (224 acute care beds) providing services to an immediate population of 125,000 and a secondary referral population of over 350,000.

Enjoy state-of-the-art operating rooms and a new perinatal unit with single room maternity care and a Level II Special Care Nursery with 1,200 deliveries per year.

Applicants must demonstrate experience as well as comfort working as part of an integrated care team with other hospital-focused specialist physicians and support colleagues, family physicians, midwives and nurses.  Participation in teaching through the University of British Columbia (UBC) Island Medical Program is expected. The Department trains UBC R4/5 O&G Residents and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital is a UBC Postgraduate Family Practice Residency Program site.
Academic appointment through UBC is available to qualified applicant. Participation in the ongoing MORE-OB program is expected.

Start Date

As soon as possible

Community Information

Located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island on the unceded and traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw, Snaw-naw-as, and Stzuminus people, Nanaimo is a vibrant community rich in history and culture. The city is home to over 104,000 residents, making it one of the largest urban centers on the island. Nanaimo boasts a dynamic economy and a thriving arts scene, all set against the backdrop of its stunning waterfront and lush forests. This forward-thinking city places a strong emphasis on sustainability and community well-being, fostering an inclusive environment for all its residents.  Families have access to a variety of education options through the Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District, along with various independent schools. For those pursuing higher education, Vancouver Island University provides a range of esteemed programs that contribute to the city’s reputation as an educational hub.