Kitimat

Set between ocean, mountains, and lush river valleys, Kitimat is a modern coastal community located along the Douglas Channel in northwestern British Columbia. Purpose‑built in the 1950s, it remains one of BC’s youngest communities and is surrounded by stunning rainforest, extensive greenbelt areas, and easy access to both river and ocean recreation. Kitimat has a population of approximately 8,200–8,600 residents. Kitimat offers a high standard of living, supported by a strong industrial tax base and a robust regional economy. Residents enjoy a wide range of indoor and outdoor amenities, including an aquatic centre, two ice arenas, fitness facilities, parks, golf, and extensive hiking trails. Outdoor enthusiasts have access to world‑class river and ocean fishing, backcountry cabins, coastal parks, winter sports, and natural hot springs. Kitimat’s compact size means commute times are short, allowing for a balanced lifestyle with more time for family, recreation, and community involvement. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere, well‑kept neighbourhoods, and strong sense of belonging among residents. https://www.northernhealth.ca/our-communities/kitimat

Practice Details:

Day shifts: 7 am to 7 pm (approximately 20-30 patients on average).
Night shifts: 7 pm to 7 am (approximately 10 patients on average).

Kitimat APP ER contract rates effective September 1, 2024, for new shifts accepted.

CCFP rate: $3,969-$4,058/weekday day 7 am to 7 pm, $4,266-$4,459/weekend day 7 am to 7 pm, $4,349-$4,379/weekday evening 7 pm to 7 am, $4,349-$4,450/weekend evening 7 pm to 7 am.

CCFP-EM rate: $4,370-$4,459/weekday day 7 am to 7 pm, $4,667-$4,756/weekend day 7 am to 7 pm, $4,750-$4,780/weekday evening 7 pm to 7 am, $4,750-$4,851/weekend evening 7 pm to 7 am.

Travel, accommodation and car rental covered.
Travel stipend: $250 - $1,500 based on time. Maximum $1,500 per round trip.

For more details please contact Dr. Claire Feenan at clairefeenan@doctors.net.uk or Shivani Sadhir at shivani.sadhir@northernhealth.ca.

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Kitimat General Hospital and Health Centre:

Kitimat General Hospital and Health Centre is a 20-bed Acute Care unit including 2 maternity beds. It integrates Acute Care, residential care, public health and community care in one facility. The services include:
• Emergency
• Physiotherapy
• Radiology
• Laboratory
• Diabetes and Chronic Disease management
• Outpatient Community Chemotherapy clinic
• Regional Orthopaedic Centre
• Regional Palliative Care Nurse consultant
• Mountainview Lodge a 36-bed residential and complex care facility
• Public Health team

Community Services including:
• Home Support
• Home Care Nursing
• Long-term Care Case management
Kitimat General Hospital hosts a regular rotation of visiting specialists in Internal Medicine, Urology, ENT, Dermatology, Neurology, Ophthalmology and Radiology.