Role and Facility Information
Northern Health is seeking a Pediatrician (or two part-time Pediatricians) to join the welcoming medical community of Prince Rupert, a beautiful oceanside city located on the traditional territory of the Ts’msyen Peoples. This is an exceptional opportunity for a physician passionate about rural pediatrics, meaningful community impact, and an outdoor lifestyle defined by mountains, rainforest, and the Pacific Coast.

Position Details
This position is compensated through an Alternative Payment Plan (APP) contract.

1.0 FTE = minimum 1680 hours per year

On-call compensation is provided via the Medical On‑Call Availability Program (MOCAP).

Pediatrics office space is located within Prince Rupert Regional Hospital, with overhead limited to clerical support and EMR costs.

Scope of Practice
The Pediatrician(s) will provide the full range of general pediatric services required to support the children and families of Prince Rupert and surrounding coastal communities.

Responsibilities Include

Pediatric consultations and assessments

Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pediatric conditions

Inpatient care at Prince Rupert Regional Hospital and, when required, other Northwest HSDA facilities

Resuscitation and emergent interventions

Stabilization and coordination of transfers to higher levels of care

Immediate newborn care or arranging coverage for newborn care as needed

Preventive care and patient/family education

Collaboration and referrals to other specialists and allied health professionals

Pediatric Mental Health assessment and treatment of common pediatric mental health conditions, such as ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression

Referral and co-management with psychiatry and community mental health teams as appropriate.





Management of chronic pediatric illness

Medical record keeping, reporting, and related documentation

Supporting discharge planning, rehabilitation coordination, and outpatient follow-up

Service coordination with hospital teams, community health services, and other health‑care providers

Telephone consultative advice to physicians and pediatric colleagues throughout the Northwest HSDA

Participation in multidisciplinary team planning and ongoing care coordination

Clinically related teaching and (where applicable) clinically relevant research activities

Participation in local and regional health‑care planning for pediatric services

Engagement in prevention and health‑promotion activities

Participation in quality assurance, audits, peer review, chart review, and incident reviews

Collaboration with nurse practitioners and allied health professionals

Submission of required reports within established timelines

On-Call Responsibilities

After-hours on-call coverage within professionally recognized limits and following Northern Health’s Medical Staff Rules and Bylaws

Urgent and emergent pediatric care for patients presenting during and outside clinic hours

On-call services compensated via MOCAP under a separate arrangement

Prince Rupert Regional Hospital is a 25‑bed facility offering:

Emergency

Acute Care

Pediatrics

Radiology

Internal Medicine





Orthopedics

General Surgery

Psychiatry

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Additional Services Include

Acropolis Manor

Prince Rupert Community Health

Community Cancer Clinic

Why Prince Rupert?

Prince Rupert offers the perfect blend of community, culture, and coastal adventure:

Surrounded by the Great Bear Rainforest, dramatic coastlines, and abundant wildlife

Outdoor activities including hiking, kayaking, boating, and world‑class fishing

Vibrant arts and culture scene including First Nations galleries and cultural centers

Small class sizes and robust public, Catholic, and French Immersion school options

Affordable housing, short commutes, and an active, welcoming community

Accessible by air, ferry, rail, and highway

This is a rare opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying a lifestyle rooted in nature, culture, and community connection.

Terms
Compensation
Compensation Type Fee-for-Service Estimated Remuneration $425,000.00+

Benefits and Incentives
Vacation Leave 6-8 weeks annually, including CME May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 24.5% Retention Flat Fee $37,968 Relocation Funding Available $9,000-15,000 Recruitment Incentive $20,000 Other Benefits/Incentives Compensation estimate includes salary, on call stipend (at 1:4), as well as Retention Premium and Retention Flat Fee. Additional benefit: Rural Continuing Medical Education allowance $1,800 to $7,800 per year. Relocation: $15,000 if relocating from outside of Canada: $12,000 if relocating within Canada but outside of BC; $9,000 if relocating within BC.

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