First seen by our source: 4 days ago
Surgical Assist (200-1884)
@ Cowichan District Hospital
Duncan, British Columbia
Overview
Cowichan District Hospital is hiring physicians for surgical assist work in its orthopedic surgery group, in the operating room. The role is full-time weekdays 07:30-15:30 or part-time, with optional on-call surgical assistant shifts for evening and weekend emergency surgery. The posting says the team moves to a new facility in spring 2027.
Responsibilities:
- Assist orthopedic surgeons in the operating room
- Participate in on-call emergency surgical assistance on evenings and weekends
Requirements summary:
- Physician interested in surgical assist work
- Interest in working in the operating room
Source and dates
Source type not verified · island-medical-staff
- Employer posting date
- Not provided
- 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 |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
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Cowichan District Hospital
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
Cowichan District Hospital is looking for Physicians interested in Providing Surgical Assist Services.
The orthopedic surgery group at Cowichan District Hospital is looking for physicians who enjoy working in the operating room in a surgical assist capacity to join our team. We are looking for full-time (Monday-Friday 07:30-15:30) or part time candidates with additional opportunities to also participate in the On-call Surgical Assistant roster to assist with emergency surgery on evenings and weekends.
The Cowichan Valley is located on scenic Vancouver Island, just north of the capital city of Victoria. It is considered one of the most beautiful geographic regions in British Columbia. It is known for its friendly communities set among majestic rain forests, beautiful mountains, lakes, and rivers, enchanting seaside communities, and beaches.
“Cowichan” means “warm land” in the Coast Salish indigenous peoples’ language. The temperate climate and natural beauty of the Cowichan Valley attracts visitors from all over the world. The mild winters and long dry summers provide an ideal lifestyle choice for Canadian families and a popular year-round destination. It is a wonderful place to live, work and play!
Come join our surgical family. We will be moving in to a new facility in the spring of 2027, boasting a spacious facility, stunning interior spaces, and state of the art equipment
Community Information
Nestled in between Victoria and Nanaimo, and comprising of over 15 communities, the Cowichan Valley showcases a rich variety of landscapes — from rolling farmland and countryside to lakes, beaches and quaint coastal villages. The Cowichan Valley is located on the unceded and traditional territories of the Quw’utsun, Malahat, Ts’uubaa-asatx, Halalt, Penelakut, Stz’uminus, Lyackson, Pauquachin, Ditidaht & Pacheedaht Peoples. This region boasts one of Canada’s most temperate and enjoyable climates. Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless adventure opportunities including hiking, biking, golfing, sailing, kayaking and fishing. The Cowichan Valley is celebrated for its top craft beverage producers and a thriving community of local artisans. Families can choose among public education or several private schools nearby. This community has a perfect blend of rural life with convenient access to airports, urban amenities and the scenic Gulf Islands.
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