124120 - Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Work Location
Lions Gate Hospital - NS
Supplementary Job Title
Physicians & Medical Staff - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Labour Agreement
Medical Staff
Position Type
Permanent
Job Status
Regular Full-Time
Job Category
Physicians
Position Start Date
September 1, 2024

Come work as a Obstetrician/Gynecologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Lions Gate Hospital is recruiting a full time Ob/Gyn to fill one position. The start date can be flexible if requested by the successful candidate. Call obligation will be 1 in 8. Strong interest and skills in general obstetrics and gynaecology would be an asset. Our Obstetric Unit delivers on average 1400 mothers a year. The Ob/Gyn Department is affiliated with the University of British Columbia and the members have Clinical Faculty appointments at UBC and are involved in medical student and resident education.

Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver has 269 acute care beds, provides comprehensive care to the residents of North and West Vancouver, the Sunshine Coast and the Sea to Sky corridor through a variety of secondary and tertiary treatment programs. This is a very rewarding position with a diverse medical practice in a highly valued and collegial environment. The backdrop of the beautiful North Shore mountains and the proximity to skiing, mountain-biking and hiking make this a very attractive location for those who love the outdoors.”

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Desired
• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Full
• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) - Mandatory
• Obstetric Experience - Mandatory
• Surgical Skills - Mandatory

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Michelle Sylvest, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: medstaffcareers@vch.ca or click “Apply Now.”

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023.