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About the role
Family Practice ROS (200-1628)
Reference Number
200-1628
Full time Family Practice available in this well established office within the very desirable community of Shawnigan Lake. We are seeking a candidate to replace a physician serving the community for 30 years who has a very robust panel of 1700 patients. As such, it would be best suited to someone who wants to lay down some roots and be part of a wonderful community in the long term. The clinic has six family physicians and locum support is readily available. The patient panel includes a wide variety of ages requiring family practice care and the physicians are supported by great staff in a relaxed and collegial environment. Clinic has a treatment room for hands-on procedures. Further, a consultant Pediatrician is in the office weekly.
The office has EMR and runs Med Access. A Med Access license will be required. Hospital work is not required and is optional.
We are a collegial group of Family Physicians who strive to provide excellent care to our patients. Supported by an outstanding team, we are committed to providing evidence based, patient centered, comprehensive medical and preventative care to our community.
Overhead:
- Split: 70/30 Direct Care Billings, 100/0 Indirect Care Billings & 100/0 Patient Panel
Benefits:
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including:
- Recruitment Incentive: $10,000 (pro-rated for full-time)
- Relocation Costs Reimbursement: up to $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
- Fee Premium: 4.20%
- Annual Flat Fee: $6,508.80
- Rural CME: starting at $2,200/annum in year 3 & 4 to a maximum of $4,400.00/annum after 4 years.
The above amounts are current as of December 2024 and may be subject to change.
For more information, please visit: Rural Practice Programs - Province of British Columbia
Community Information:
This beautiful medical practice, located approximately 35 minutes north of Victoria, is situated just steps away from Shawnigan Lake; a very scenic growing community that is part of the South Cowichan Valley. It is called the “Warmland” for a reason and boasts the best climate in the country. This area, close to both the lake and ocean, has a wide variety of attractions for outdoor enthusiasts including great hiking and biking trails, golfing, sailing, canoeing and kayaking. In addition to many local artisans, there are also a number of local wineries and other attractions.
Job Types
Permanent Family Practice
Department
Primary Care
Facility/Site
Shawnigan Village Family Practice
2749 Dundas Road, Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R 2W0
City
Shawnigan Lake
Start Date
March 1, 2026
Contact
Christal Lawson
Medical Staff Recruiter, ROS Lead
medstaffrecruitment@islandhealth.ca
Shift/Hours of Work
Clinic Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday
Remuneration
LFP
Education, Training and Experience
Eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC
Job Status
Full-Time
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.
Top Benefits
About the role
Family Practice ROS (200-1628)
Reference Number
200-1628
Full time Family Practice available in this well established office within the very desirable community of Shawnigan Lake. We are seeking a candidate to replace a physician serving the community for 30 years who has a very robust panel of 1700 patients. As such, it would be best suited to someone who wants to lay down some roots and be part of a wonderful community in the long term. The clinic has six family physicians and locum support is readily available. The patient panel includes a wide variety of ages requiring family practice care and the physicians are supported by great staff in a relaxed and collegial environment. Clinic has a treatment room for hands-on procedures. Further, a consultant Pediatrician is in the office weekly.
The office has EMR and runs Med Access. A Med Access license will be required. Hospital work is not required and is optional.
We are a collegial group of Family Physicians who strive to provide excellent care to our patients. Supported by an outstanding team, we are committed to providing evidence based, patient centered, comprehensive medical and preventative care to our community.
Overhead:
- Split: 70/30 Direct Care Billings, 100/0 Indirect Care Billings & 100/0 Patient Panel
Benefits:
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including:
- Recruitment Incentive: $10,000 (pro-rated for full-time)
- Relocation Costs Reimbursement: up to $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
- Fee Premium: 4.20%
- Annual Flat Fee: $6,508.80
- Rural CME: starting at $2,200/annum in year 3 & 4 to a maximum of $4,400.00/annum after 4 years.
The above amounts are current as of December 2024 and may be subject to change.
For more information, please visit: Rural Practice Programs - Province of British Columbia
Community Information:
This beautiful medical practice, located approximately 35 minutes north of Victoria, is situated just steps away from Shawnigan Lake; a very scenic growing community that is part of the South Cowichan Valley. It is called the “Warmland” for a reason and boasts the best climate in the country. This area, close to both the lake and ocean, has a wide variety of attractions for outdoor enthusiasts including great hiking and biking trails, golfing, sailing, canoeing and kayaking. In addition to many local artisans, there are also a number of local wineries and other attractions.
Job Types
Permanent Family Practice
Department
Primary Care
Facility/Site
Shawnigan Village Family Practice
2749 Dundas Road, Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R 2W0
City
Shawnigan Lake
Start Date
March 1, 2026
Contact
Christal Lawson
Medical Staff Recruiter, ROS Lead
medstaffrecruitment@islandhealth.ca
Shift/Hours of Work
Clinic Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday
Remuneration
LFP
Education, Training and Experience
Eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC
Job Status
Full-Time
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.