Orthopaedic Surgery
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Location: Prince George, BC V2K 0A1
Description:
Role and Facility Information
Join a brand new regional Orthopaedics program in the beautiful Pacific Northwest at the brand new Ksyen Regional Hospital. The new program will have 2-3 Orthopaedic surgeons based in Terrace with single surgeon programs in nearby Kitimat and Prince Rupert.
The selected candidate will be instrumental in developing a same day discharge arthroplasty program and share regional trauma call responsibilities.
Specialists currently in Terrace include General Internists, General Surgeons, Obstetrician Gynecologists, Pediatricians, an Orthopaedic Surgeon, Ophthalmologists, a Pathologist, Radiologists, a Plastic Surgeon, and FP-Anesthetists. Emergency Physicians and Family Physicians cover the ED and Inpatients.
Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients in November 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, it is a center for trauma services, acute care, surgical services pathology, radiology, clinical support and pharmacy services for the Northwest region. The hospital staff prides itself on delivering culturally safe care to our Indigenous populations.
42 Acute Care Beds
20 bed Psychiatry unit
4 surgical suites, including a dedicated Orthopedics OR
6 ICU Beds, with potential to expand to 8
20 Bed Emergency Department with 2 Trauma Bays
Large Ambulatory Care Unit
Community Cancer clinic
Hemodialysis Unit
Pediatric Care Space
MRI (daytime), CT (24.7), and Nuclear Medicine services
The new hospital will also include a Tier 3 neonatal intensive care unit and special care nursery, which will provide community-based antenatal and postnatal services, education and parenting support to pregnant individuals.
The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program and residents through the UBC Family Medicine Residency Program.
Terrace is situated on the traditional territory of the Ts'msyen or "Tsimshian" people. Ts'msyen means "Inside the Skeena River" and the community is built at the confluence of the Kitsumkalum River into the Skeena River. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community.
Outside of work, you can enjoy the exceptional outdoor recreational activities offered by the Pacific Northwest. From mountain biking, hiking, paddling, fishing, cross country and downhill skiing, world class ski touring, trail running, and nearby lakes, there's no shortage of outdoor opportunities in Terrace. Affordable housing, excellent education opportunities and the well connected airport, make Terrace a wonderful place to call home.
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Terms
Compensation
Compensation Type Fee-for-Service Estimated Remuneration 500000
Benefits and Incentives
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 18.48% Retention Flat Fee $28,044 Relocation Funding Available $9000-12000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000
Join a brand new regional Orthopaedics program in the beautiful Pacific Northwest at the brand new Ksyen Regional Hospital. The new program will have 2-3 Orthopaedic surgeons based in Terrace with single surgeon programs in nearby Kitimat and Prince Rupert.
The selected candidate will be instrumental in developing a same day discharge arthroplasty program and share regional trauma call responsibilities.
Specialists currently in Terrace include General Internists, General Surgeons, Obstetrician Gynecologists, Pediatricians, an Orthopaedic Surgeon, Ophthalmologists, a Pathologist, Radiologists, a Plastic Surgeon, and FP-Anesthetists. Emergency Physicians and Family Physicians cover the ED and Inpatients.
Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients in November 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, it is a center for trauma services, acute care, surgical services pathology, radiology, clinical support and pharmacy services for the Northwest region. The hospital staff prides itself on delivering culturally safe care to our Indigenous populations.
42 Acute Care Beds
20 bed Psychiatry unit
4 surgical suites, including a dedicated Orthopedics OR
6 ICU Beds, with potential to expand to 8
20 Bed Emergency Department with 2 Trauma Bays
Large Ambulatory Care Unit
Community Cancer clinic
Hemodialysis Unit
Pediatric Care Space
MRI (daytime), CT (24.7), and Nuclear Medicine services
The new hospital will also include a Tier 3 neonatal intensive care unit and special care nursery, which will provide community-based antenatal and postnatal services, education and parenting support to pregnant individuals.
The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program and residents through the UBC Family Medicine Residency Program.
Terrace is situated on the traditional territory of the Ts'msyen or "Tsimshian" people. Ts'msyen means "Inside the Skeena River" and the community is built at the confluence of the Kitsumkalum River into the Skeena River. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community.
Outside of work, you can enjoy the exceptional outdoor recreational activities offered by the Pacific Northwest. From mountain biking, hiking, paddling, fishing, cross country and downhill skiing, world class ski touring, trail running, and nearby lakes, there's no shortage of outdoor opportunities in Terrace. Affordable housing, excellent education opportunities and the well connected airport, make Terrace a wonderful place to call home.
Request Info
Terms
Compensation
Compensation Type Fee-for-Service Estimated Remuneration 500000
Benefits and Incentives
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 18.48% Retention Flat Fee $28,044 Relocation Funding Available $9000-12000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000