Provide inpatient care for both adult and pediatric patients at the Inuvik Regional Hospital. Manage a broad inpatient scope across all age groups as part of a locum assignment.
MDSearch is recruiting CCFP-trained Hospitalist Physicians to join Inuvik Regional Hospital, the only hospital facility serving the Beaufort-Delta region. This role provides inpatient care for both adult and pediatric patients. No formal hospitalist certification is required, but candidates must be comfortable managing a broad inpatient scope across all ages.
Hourly rate (no fee for service), along with on-call remuneration.
CCFP (required) Comfortable caring for adult and pediatric inpatients Eligible for licensure in the Northwest Territories
Travel and accommodations fully covered (meals not included) Travel stipend up to $2,000 for locums travelling to Inuvik (based on travel time) Locum blocks are typically 1–2 weeks, with longer assignments available Why the Northwest Territories? Located above the 60th parallel, the Northwest Territories awaits with seemingly endless lakes and unmatched vistas. The opportunities available in our communities are perfect for the outdoors enthusiast looking for adventure, a healthy work/life balance, and an escape from the hustle of the big city. Licensing & Credentialing: Not licensed yet: NWT licensing and credentialing procedures takes 6 weeks to complete and is quite similar to other jurisdictions. The initial licensing & registration fee in the NWT is $383.
Market context
Physician demand in the Northwest Territories is often shaped by the need for clinicians who can support broad primary care and obstetric coverage in remote communities. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for CCFP training with ESS or OSS experience, Cesarean section capability, and eligibility for territorial licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then prepare licensure documents and highlight any rural or obstetric experience in your application.
