Terrace

The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. https://www.northernhealth.ca/our-communities/terrace

Practice Details:

Northern Health is seeking a General Surgeon to join the dynamic surgical team at Ksyen Regional Hospital in Terrace, British Columbia. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing department in a newly redeveloped facility.

Position Highlights:
- Join a collegial team of four General Surgeons serving Terrace and surrounding communities.
- Work in four brand-new operating rooms, opened in November 2024, equipped with modern surgical technology.
- Call coverage is 1:5, offering a balanced lifestyle and strong peer support.
- Clinic space is available and very affordable, making private practice setup straightforward.
- Opportunities to operate at nearby sites including Kitimat, Smithers, and Prince Rupert, enhancing surgical variety and regional collaboration.

Qualifications:

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Call Schedule:

Hours of work: No Details
On call requirements: 1:5

Compensation:

Ksyen Regional Hospital:

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, CT, 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.

Other facilities in Terrace include:
• Terraceview Lodge
• Terrace Community Health
• McConnell Estates
• Seven Sisters Residence