Respirologist (300-1157)

The Comox Valley Campus of the North Island Hospital in the beautiful and family-friendly Comox Valley is seeking a full time community Respirologist.  The successful applicant will join a collegial group of internists including 7 general internists, 2 GIM/Intensivists, 2 respirologists, an endocrinologist and a gastroenterologist.

Clinical duties would include full scope outpatient Respiratory consultative services in an office setting.  It is expected that availability for inpatient consultations within a reasonable timeframe as required.  This duty would be shared amongst the two respirologists.
The hospital provides pulmonary function lab services, and this position would include a 50% share of the pulmonary function test interpretations.  There will be access to bronchoscopy services through the hospital.  There is excellent medical imaging support (including radiologists with special training in chest imaging and intervention) and pathology support for the clinical work here.

This position does not have inpatient MRP responsibilities, because inpatient is part of the job. Also, this position does not come with the expectation of overnight Internal Medicine call.

In addition to clinical duties, the successful applicant will work with hospital administration and their colleagues to support local educational activities including teaching the UBC medical students, Family Practice residents, and Internal Medicine residents.  There will be opportunities to participate in coordinating multidisciplinary quality improvement initiatives.  Candidates may qualify for recruitment incentives through the Ministry of Health Rural Subsidy Agreement.

The Comox Valley medical community is a collegial group of physicians, dentists and midwives who share common values of medical excellence and a balanced lifestyle.  This balance includes great programs and facilities for families and the availability of outstanding year-round recreational activities.

We look forward to receiving applications from qualified physicians who would seriously consider making the Comox Valley their home.  In the interim, locum opportunities may also be available, which would afford an opportunity to experience Comox first-hand.

Start Date

As soon as possible / January 2027

Benefits

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidy agreement (RSA) including:

• 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)
• Fee Premium 6.93%,
• Annual Flat Fee $10,739.52
• Rural CME starting at $3,000/annum in year 3&4 in community, increasing to a maximum of $6,000/annum after 4 years.

The above amounts are current as of August 2026 and may be subject to change. For more information, please visit: Rural Practice Subsidiary Agreement - Province of British Columbia

Community Information

On the north central region of Vancouver Island, the City of Courtenay, along with the neighboring communities of the Town of Comox and Village of Cumberland, comprises one of the fastest growing areas on the island – the Comox Valley, located on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation.  Courtenay is the valley’s largest urban centre, where you’ll find urban amenities wrapped in small town charm and character. Comox is the seaside community with a high walkability score and quick access to some of the Island’s best beaches. Cumberland honors its coal mining past while celebrating the latest music scenes, family festivals and extensive mountain biking trails.  The Comox Valley is home to Mount Washington, Vancouver Island’s largest ski resort, and serves as the gateway to both Strathcona Provincial Park and the Desolation Sound group of islands. The recreational options are endless and well complemented by thriving arts and culture communities and a wide array of boutiques, restaurants and fine dining.