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Acute Care General Surgeon at the Kelowna General Hospital Trauma, Division of General Surgery

Kelowna General Hospital is seeking a Trauma and Acute Care General Surgeon to join the Division of General Surgery.

Kelowna General Hospital is the largest tertiary care hospital in the Interior of BC (440 bed) and serves the local greater Kelowna area (~235,000 residents) and is the primary referral centre for the Interior Health Authority (~840,000 residents).  KGH provides full spectrum surgical care including General, Thoracics, Cardiovascular, Vascular, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Spine, Plastics and Urology.

Kelowna General Hospital sits on the shores of the beautiful Okanagan Lake which is the centrepiece of the Okanagan Valley.  This area hosts beautiful lakes, rolling hills and stunning wineries.  The Okanagan valley is a world-renowned recreational paradise that offers true four-season living.  World class boating, golfing, hiking, biking and skiing are accessible within the immediate surrounding area.

Our Division of General Surgery consists of a highly collegial group of 9 General Surgeons who support Complex Surgical Oncology, Colorectal, MIS/Bariatric, Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic, Endoscopy and Trauma surgery.  Division members share call and resources equitably based on FTE appointment and supported a shared referral model.

The Acute Care Surgery program at KGH is supported by protected daytime OR access 3 days a week and an on-site supported “rapid access” clinic 2 days a week.  All Division members participate in ACS call.

KGH is also the largest tertiary trauma centre in the BC interior and is supported by a 24/7 inpatient Trauma team that consistent of a multi-specialty trauma service including 2 other Fellowship-trained trauma surgeons. The program is supported by a full spectrum of medical/surgical subspecialties, 24/7 interventional radiology and critical care.  KGH also boasts a state of the art hybrid operating theatre.

Job Description

A full-time position is being offered and will include Acute Care Surgery (8 weeks minimum) and Trauma (8 weeks minimum).  Opportunities for more ACS weeks are available depending on the candidates preferences.  The position also offers optional elective OR time outside of ACS responsibilities to ensure a balanced and rewarding practice for the candidate (~1.5 OR days per ACS week).  The position does not include endoscopy responsibilities.

KGH is a teaching site for the University of British Columbia Southern Medical Program.  The candidate will be expected to work with and teach students and residents who also support the ACS service.  No research responsibilities are a requirement of the position however such opportunities are available if desired by the candidate.

Locum experience with the Division is an important asset and candidates are strongly encouraged to contact the Division about locum opportunities.

Requirements/Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will require well-rounded General Surgery skills to support a high-volume and complex community practice environment.  The candidate will also require advanced training in Trauma and/or Acute Care Surgery and have demonstrated interest and commitment in leadership in these areas.

Doctor in Medicine with Residency in General Surgery

Fellowship with Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Fellowship in Trauma and/or Acute Care Surgery

ATLS Certification

CPSBC licence (eligible)

Compensation:

Acute Care surgery is remunerated through MOCAP (Level 1) and fee for service.  Trauma is remunerated via sessional contract.  Remuneration is competitive for this position.

Financial assistance to support relocation is provided by the Health Authority (up to $15,000).

Application Process:

Please send CV including references to Dr. Gareth Eeson (gareth.eeson@interiorhealth.ca)