VIHA-7611 Neurology (General )

Island Health’s Division of Neurology is interested in recruiting Neurologists with excellent General Neurology skills. This is a new position created to encourage Neurologists to join our Group of sub-specialist Neurologists all while focusing on community practice. This role will complement our tertiary hospital based clinics.

The successful applicant will be expected to establish an independent practice in the community. As a member of our Group, our team will help support any new members while they establish their practice. There are opportunities to join established practices as well as the benefit of peer support from our welcoming and cohesive team.

The successful applicant will benefit from joining our general neurology on call rotation in a reduced capacity (.5 equivalent) allowing them to participate in a larger call group with reduced frequency of on call. Victoria is an acute stroke referral centre. We have access to full intensive care, neurosurgical and radiology specialties.

Our program offers sub-specialty care in stroke, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, neuro-ophthalmology, movement disorders, neuro-muscular and neuro-behavioral disorders. We work closely as a collaborative group and are seeking engaged team players Start Date: Flexible Community Information: Victoria, British Columbia’s scenic capital, is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island.

Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and enviable quality of life, this is an ideal place to pursue your medical career and create the kind of lifestyle only dreamt about. Few areas in the world can match BC’s scope of outdoor activities, with Vancouver Island offering everything from skiing and snowboarding, to golf, and world-class fishing.

With its temperate climate, rich heritage and vibrant cultural scene, Victoria provides the very best of urban and rural living.

Qualifications

• Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License (Full); Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) (Mandatory); Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) (Mandatory)