Provide emergency medical care at Inuvik Regional Hospital, managing both in-person and community call patients. Perform standard 12-hour shifts to ensure continuous coverage for the Beaufort-Delta region.
MDSearch is recruiting ER physicians to join Inuvik Regional Hospital, a 51-bed facility with 12 acute care beds and the only hospital serving the Beaufort-Delta region. The role consists of standard 12-hour shifts with no on-call requirements. Patient volume typically includes 25–30 in-person patients over a 24-hour period, in addition to approximately 5–15 community call patients within the same timeframe. Shifts are generally scheduled as 12 hours, with occasional 8-hour shifts, though these are rare.
Hourly rate (no fee for service).
CCFP (required) ACLS Vulnerable Sector Clearance Comfortable working independently in a rural ER Eligible for licensure in the Northwest Territories CCFP-EM certification is not required
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.
