Position Summary

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, working under the supervision of an Attending Physician, The Associate Physician (AP) serves as a physician extender to provide care to patients in the Urgent Primary Care Center (UPCC). On a day-to-day basis, the Associate Physician performs services as assigned and supervised by the Attending Physician, supporting the provision of continuous care in a team- based environment.

FUNCTIONAL REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Associate Physician, Community Primary Care administratively reports to the Manager, Community Services or delegate and works under the supervision of the Attending Physician

Qualifications

Education and Experience
- Must be eligible for registration with the CPSBC in the Associate Physician – Community class, under sponsorship of NHA. For further information on AP licensure, please visit Associate | College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC (cpsbc.ca).
- Must meet the CPSBC’s English language proficiency requirements.
- Must hold Canadian Citizenship, be a permanent resident or be legally able to live and work in British Columbia.

Associate Physician, Community Primary Care

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge and skills to diagnose and manage common medical problems in the outpatient setting, e.g., chest pain, dyspnea, hypertension, diabetes, depression, anxiety, upper and lower respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, back pain, abdominal pain, joint injuries, pediatric presentations, elderly care, WorkSafe BC insurance and disability presentations, falls.
- Ability to recognize medical instability and address initial priorities or resuscitation. Able to judge situations where discussion and reporting to senior and most responsible physicians is appropriate.
- Technical ability to safely perform procedures commonly provided in an outpatient setting e.g. casting, splinting, suturing, incision and drainage of abscesses, wound management, etc.
- Excellent English communication, including with patients, families and other health care professionals.
- Computer and written communication skills including order entry, clinical documentation, and ability to review relevant diagnostic information and health history.
- Demonstrated ability to foster physical, psychological and cultural safety for patients and staff within a team-based care environment.
- Ability and comfort in working in a team-based environment.
- Ability to carry out professional duties in the face of multiple, competing demands.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

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