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Pediatrician (200-1634)
@ Island Health
Duncan, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a full-time Pediatrician for the community at Cowichan District Hospital in Duncan, British Columbia, a 148-bed acute care facility with a collegial medical staff. The role involves general pediatric practice, teaching medical students and residents affiliated with UBC's Island Medical Program, and working in a new hospital expected in 2027. Candidates must hold or be eligible for FRCPC and eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons. Rural Subsidy agreement incentives may apply.
Responsibilities:
- Provide general pediatric care in the community at Cowichan District Hospital
- Teach medical students and residents affiliated with UBC
- Work within a collegial multidisciplinary medical staff
Requirements summary:
- FRCPC or FRCPC eligibility
- Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Interest in rural and community practice
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-09
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Job details
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | FRCPC, College of Physicians and Surgeons licensure |
| Education | Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Pediatrics |
| Perks mentioned | Relocation assistance, Performance bonus, Home office allowance |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,270 |
Island Health has an opportunity for a full time Pediatrician in the community at Cowichan District Hospital.
The Cowichan District Hospital is a 148-bed acute care facility, enjoys an exceptionally collegial atmosphere amongst the general and specialty medical staff. Duncan is a thriving young community with ample opportunities for a varied pediatric practice.
Join a collegial medical staff of Family Practitioners, Emergency Medicine, Anesthesia, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Urology, ENT, Ophthalmology, General & Subspecialty Internists, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pathology, and Radiology.
A new Cowichan District Hospital, which will feature state of the art equipment and design, is expected to be completed in 2027 and will bring added inpatient capacity in excess of 203 beds, as well as expanded OR and ICU capacity.
Members are affiliated with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program and provide teaching to medical students and residents.
The successful candidate will hold FRCPC or be FRCPC eligible and eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Start Date
As soon as possible
Benefits
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidy agreement (RSA) including:
- Relocation Costs up to $15,000;
- Recruitment Incentive $10,000;
- Fee Premium 4.20%
- Annual Flat fee $6,508.80
- Rural CME starting at 3,000/annum in Years 3 & 4 increasing to a maximum of $6000/annum after 4 years
The above amounts are current as of December 2024 and may be subject to change.
For more information, please visit: Rural Practice Subsidiary Agreement - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)
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.
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