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Richmond East Urgent Primary Care Clinic (UPCC) Physician

Quick overview

Provide urgent and primary care to patients with non-life-threatening conditions in a team-based clinical environment. Collaborate with nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and social workers to deliver high-quality patient care.

Requirements summary

Must hold a current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) license and be a member of the Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP). Experience in primary care and urgent or emergency medicine is required, along with proficiency in minor procedures like suturing and casting.

professional certificateSplintingCastingSuturingAttention to detailCommunication skillsQuality improvementPatient assessmentUrgent careEmergency medicinePrimary careTeam-based careOpioid agonist therapyMinor proceduresClinical diagnostics

Job description

Job Summary Job Title

Richmond
East
Urgent
Primary
Care
Clinic (UPCC)
Physician
Work
Site: #95-10551
Shellbridge
Way,
Richmond,
BC,
V6W 2W9
Status:
Part-Time
Start
Date:
ASAP
Compensation
Type: Clinical Services Contract Come work as a Primary Care Physician with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! This is an opportunity for a Family Physician (FP) or Emergency Physician (EP) to work in a part-time or full-time position at the new Richmond East Urgent and Primary Care Clinic (UPCC) that opened in April 2024. The UPCC provides urgent care for patients with non-life-threatening injuries, illnesses, and conditions that should be addressed within 12 to 24 hours, but do not require the service and expertise of a hospital emergency department (CTAS 3,4,5). The new Richmond East UPCC is a brand new clinic open to patients of all ages. It is located in East Richmond and is easily accessible by transit. Richmond East UPCC is open 365 days a year with hours of operation 0800-2200 Monday to Saturday (including statutory holidays) and 0900-1700 on Sundays.UPCC provides team-based care with physicians working closely with nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and social workers. Diagnostics on site include X-ray, ECG, slit lamp, point of care ultrasound, and point of care urine testing. Specialist support and referrals are available through Richmond Hospital. Applicants should have experience in splinting and casting, suturing, and minor procedures. Patients will be supported to find primary care provider if unattached.The ideal candidate combines current or recent experience in primary care along with urgent or emergent care, with a clear understanding of the role and importance of foundational primary care and is able to integrate the two. However, urgent or emergency care experience is not essential and mentoring will be provided. Training in Opioid Agonist Therapy is an asset but not mandatory. Candidates must be flexible and available to work a variety of shifts including weekend and holiday shifts. We actively foster a positive, respectful, and supportive working environment, and we are looking for someone who is positive, energetic, and empathic with strong communication skills and natural attention to detail. The Richmond East UPCC supports a healthy work-life balance and will focus on the professional development and satisfaction of its multidisciplinary team. The clinic supports learning, skill development and continuous quality improvement.

Benefits

Municipal pension plan
Employer-paid training
Leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports
Critical incident support
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Counselling services

Education, Licensing, & Experience: Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) License - Full Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Emergency Experience – Desired Combines current or recent experience in primary care along with urgent or emergent care, with a clear understanding of the role and importance of foundational primary care and is able to integrate the two. Training in Opioid Agonist Therapy is an asset but not mandatory. Experience in splinting and casting, suturing, and minor procedures Closing Statement Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Ben Murphy, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: medstaffcareers@vch.ca or click “Apply Now.” Please note that a resume and coverletter are required to apply for this position. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. 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. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan 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 At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Richmond East Urgent Primary Care Clinic (UPCC) Physician

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