07 Aug
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Vancouver Coastal Health
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Richmond
07 Aug
Vancouver Coastal Health
Richmond
Job SummaryJob Title: EndocrinologistWork Site: Community Based Location in RichmondStatus: Permanent Full-TimeStart Date: July 1, 2026Compensation Type: Fee-for-ServiceIn alignment with the standards of practice and the vision and values of Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), the endocrinologist accepting this position will provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and evidence‐based care for adults with diabetes across outpatient and inpatient settings.This role supports the Richmond Community of Care and contributes to VCH's commitment to patient‐ and family‐centred care, chronic disease management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.Clinical Scope: The successful candidate will provide specialized endocrinology services through the Richmond Hospital Diabetes Education Centre, including participation in inpatient consultation and on‐call coverage, as required. The clinical practice will focus on complex diabetes management, including but not limited to: Gestational diabetes, Steroid‐induced diabetes mellitus, Type 1 diabetes, Complex Type 2 diabetes.Care will be delivered in both ambulatory and acute care settings, supporting patients through education, treatment optimization, and coordinated transitions of care. The role includes access to medical daycare and specialized endocrine diagnostic testing, including but not limited to ACTH stimulation testing and growth hormone (GH) stimulation testing, in accordance with site capabilities and program requirements.Team Collaboration: The endocrinologist will work closely with an interdisciplinary team that includes diabetes nurse educators, dietitians, pharmacists, nurses, primary care providers, obstetrics, internal medicine,
and other specialty services to ensure integrated and coordinated care.Endocrinology support will primarily be provided through outpatient consultation, with availability for telephone advice and management recommendations to inpatient teams as needed. Patients requiring specialist follow‐up will typically be seen in the outpatient setting. Urgent inpatient assessments may be considered on a case‐by‐case basis, depending on clinical need and service capacity.QualificationsCurrent College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) – FullCanadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - MandatoryFellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) – MandatoryBenefitsGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and cutting-edge wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward‐winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAccess to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staffEEO StatementWe acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.With Vancouver International Airport and the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal nearby, there is convenient access to regional, provincial, and international travel, as well as a wide range of recreational and cultural opportunities. Join our dynamic team in Richmond and enjoy Canada's West Coast lifestyle. #J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Endocrinologist, Richmond Community
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 Richmond