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:

The department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Mills Memorial Hospital is inviting applicants for a full time Obstetrics and Gynecology position. The selected candidate will join 3 other Obstetrician-Gynecologists based in Terrace serving the Northwest Regional population of 86,000 people.

Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting services primarily at the Ob-Gyn Clinic, Mills Memorial Hospital, and the Well Women Clinic.
- Collaborating with a dedicated team to deliver high-quality healthcare to our diverse patient population.
- Participating in the development and implementation of women's health programs.
- Engaging in intermittent travel to surrounding communities to ensure accessibility to care.

Additional Information:
The Mills Memorial Hospital, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, is under construction and is expected to open in January 2025. This presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a new era in healthcare delivery.

We offer a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment dedicated to professional growth and development.

If you are a passionate and dedicated Obstetrician Gynecologist looking to make a positive impact in a vibrant community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications:

• Eligible for Fellowship with the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)

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