Prince Rupert

Prince Rupert is a marine-based port city with one-of-a-kind wilderness exploration and wildlife viewing experiences on northwest BC’s Pacific Coast. It’s also a popular stop on various Alaskan cruises. Located 721 km (447 miles) west of Prince George on Highway 16, Prince Rupert is the land, air, and water transportation hub of British Columbia’s North Coast, and home to 13,500 people. The city sits at the mouth of the Skeena River, surrounded by Chatham Sound and many small, uninhabited islands. The area is perfect for exploring and discovering the fascinating history and customs of local First Nations people. Prince Rupert is recognized as one of the world’s largest and leading ports and port facility expansion in the area ensures a multitude of economic opportunities now and in the future. https://www.northernhealth.ca/our-communities/prince-rupert

Practice Details:

2nd Avenue Clinic is seeking a locum Family Physician to provide coverage for an established primary care practice from December 14, 2026 to January 1, 2027.

This opportunity offers significant flexibility and can be tailored to the locum's availability. The current physician typically works 2 to 3 days per week from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, however physicians interested in additional clinic time are welcome to work more.

The practice is shared with another Family Physician and is located within a collaborative clinic setting alongside six additional physicians. The clinic offers a collegial environment, established patient panel, and strong peer support.

Practice highlights

Flexible clinic schedule
Established longitudinal family practice
Longitudinal Family Physician (LFP) payment model
Shared practice with one other Family Physician
Collaborative clinic environment with six additional physicians
Overhead costs fully covered

In addition, low-risk obstetrical call coverage during the locum period will be available, if physicians are interested. This is optional and can be discussed further with interested candidates.

Qualifications:

• Eligible for full license with CPSBC
• Medical degree

Call Schedule:

Hours of work: No Details
On call requirements: n/a

Compensation:

Prince Rupert Hospital:

Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is a 30 bed facility, including 26 inpatient beds, 2 maternity and 2 high acuity. The Hospital is receiving $80 million in upgrades over the next few years. Current services include:
• Emergency Care
• Acute Care
• Internal Medicine
• Medical Imaging
• General Surgery
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Pediatrics
• Radiology
• Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Psychiatry