We are currently looking for a permanent & locum Family Physicians to join our community health centre staff at the Mary Adele Bishop Health Centre in Behchokǫ̀, Northwest Territories.
Full of rich history and culture, the Tłı̨chǫ Region is the perfect place for a family practitioner looking for rugged nature, big lakes, and friendly communities. With a population of 1,875, Behchokǫ̀ is the largest of four communities in the Tłı̨chǫ region and is only a 1.25- hour drive from Yellowknife, the capital city of the Northwest Territories. In this position you would see an average of 18 to 22 patients in a full clinic day at the Health Centre. You will be working alongside a team comprised of community health nurses, nurse practitioners, and other allied health and social services (HSS) professionals.
You will have access to the territory-wide EMR system. In acute situations, you can access the Community Call Group and speak to the Emergency Physician or specialists in Yellowknife. Patients that require emergency services are referred to Yellowknife for treatment. The role includes opportunities to travel to the surrounding Tłı̨chǫ communities during community travel clinics. It is a special and amazing way to see and become a part of the communities of Gamèti, Whatì, and Wekweètì.
Behchokǫ̀ and the other Tłı̨chǫ communities are established teaching locations for medical residents, nurse practitioners, community health nurses, and other HSS professionals. The Yellowknife-based University of Alberta Family Medicine residents are paired with a community at the beginning of their residency and travel to their community 2-3 times each year for continuity of care and cultural competency. Your support will be instrumental in the training of our future HSS professionals. This position offers a perfect blend of an enriching practice, nature right on your doorstep, and a warm and welcoming community where you can truly make a difference. We are excited to welcome the newest members of our team into our communities!
1-3 Year Contract Info:
Benefits for a full-time Family Physician ranging from clinic-only practice to full range coverage in obstetrics in Yellowknife include:
- Unique salaried contract, with one, two, and three-year options
- Annual salary base
- PLUS recruitment Bonus of $25,000 - $100,000
- Annual northern living allowance
- Annual retention bonus
- Retirement income benefits
- No overhead, practice management, or billing with salaried contract
- Liability, travel, and malpractice insurance costs covered
- 100% of Northwest Territories CMPA Membership Fees covered
- Paid vacation, starting at 26.5 days per year
- Paid sick leave, starting at 18 days per year
- Paid maternal / parental leave
- Support for professional fees and educational materials
- Continued medical education support for travel and reimbursement of expenses
- Relocation assistance
- Group benefits package includes dental, extended health, life, AD&D, and disability
- Eligibility to bring a guest through our Friends & Family Travel program by working 5 shifts during December 20, 2025, and January 4, 2026. We’ll reimburse you up to $2000 to bring a guest by January 31st.
Locum Information:
- Locums can be as short as 1 week-1 year!
- A guaranteed daily rate for scheduled shifts
- Travel stipend
- Accommodations and travel arranged by the health authority on your behalf
- Eligibility to bring a guest through our Friends & Family Travel program by working 5 shifts during December 20, 2025, and January 4, 2026. We’ll reimburse you up to $2000 to bring a guest by January 31st.
- Additional incentives for recurring locums
Interested in knowing more about living and working in the NWT? Visit https://www.practicenwt.ca/en/physician-careers or follow us on social media @practicenwt.
Contact us today by emailing Amanda [email protected]