Job Summary

The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a full-time surgical glaucoma specialist for a permanent position. The successful applicant will provide full glaucoma services and should be prepared to provide some comprehensive care as well. Surgeries will be performed at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia and the Surgery Centre.

This is a fee for service position. There is also a Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) in place which pays an additional 12.6% on all MSP eligible billings as well an annual retention premium of $19,526.40. Continuing Medical Education funding is also available with increasing amounts based on years of service to a maximum of $6,600 per year. Additional RSA incentives include a recruitment stipend of $9,000 – $15,000 and a one-time recruitment incentive of $15,000. Both of these incentives require a one year commitment.

The successful applicant would be expected to do an equal share of on-call work under the Provincial Medical On-Call Availability Program with a stipend provided per call shift. There is also an expectation that the successful applicant would participate in medical student teaching with appropriate compensation provided and an appointment to the UBC Faculty of Medicine.

Prince George is BC’s northern capital and has a population of approx. 87,000 with a catchment area of approx. 400,000. There is a regional international airport offering a short 1 hour flight to Vancouver and direct flights to various other destinations. For the outdoor enthusiast the area offers limitless activities including golfing, biking, hiking, fishing, hunting, skiing, hockey, water activities and ATVing.

Qualifications:
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)