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
Role and Facility Information
The Vancouver Island Health Authority Department of Cardiac Services has two opportunities for General Cardiologists to join with other members of Internal Medicine with a dedicated focus on Cardiovascular Disease, to establish a Heart Health Division in Victoria, which will be part of a well-established 21 member Division of Cardiology in Victoria.
Eligible applicants must hold certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Cardiology. Experience in Women’s health, adult congenital heart disease, cardio-oncology, or cardiac rehabilitation would be an advantage. The successful candidate will have obligations including coronary care unit, cardiology wards, and cardiology consultation service.
Academic affiliation and teaching opportunities are available through the University of British Columbia, Island Medical Program. This practice exists within a rich environment with learners ranging from medical students to fellows.
Additional Information
Start Date: As soon as possible.
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 Victoria’s temperate climate, its rich heritage, and vibrant cultural scene, it provides the very best of urban and rural living. British Columbia’s scenic capital city of Victoria is located on the southern part of Vancouver Island. Double-decker buses, horse-drawn carriages, scenic gardens, and even the tradition of formal afternoon tea reflect this seaside city’s British heritage. Victoria’s economy is made up of traditional industry, advanced technology, tourism, and arts and cultural organizations. The city boasts one of the highest “park-to-people” ratios of any city in North America.
A temperate climate supports numerous recreational pursuits including golfing, fishing, and boating.
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