Position Description
Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC) has been providing primary health care and social services for more than 40 years. The Centre’s mandate is to offer comprehensive, innovative community-based programs and regional programs that address people’s overall well-being. We work within an anti-racism, anti-oppression framework that acknowledges systemic racism exists and seeks to ensure that systems are fair and equitable for everyone.
The Physician provides comprehensive primary care to SWCHC clients during acute and chronic illness and participates in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services for individuals, families, and the community. The physician works within an interprofessional team of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, dietitians, physician assistant, community health workers and health promotion staff. This opportunity provides NO OVERHEAD COST to the physician and are supported with administrative staff and access to electronic documentation through TELUS PS Suites. SWCHC offers and excellent benefits package, paid time off and HOOP pension plan.
We are looking for someone who has experience in and knowledge of immigrant and refugee health including a sound knowledge and understanding of the issues facing immigrants and refugees and the unique dynamics that exist within their various cultures. SWCHC offers a wide range of Harm Reduction services and requires a physician who is familiar with and supports a Harm Reduction approach.