Anesthesiology

About the role

The Department of Anesthesiology at Peace Arch Hospital is seeking passionate and dedicated anesthesiologists to join a welcoming and supportive team. The hospital serves daycare and surgical inpatients from the south Fraser region, with surgical specialties including general surgery (including major bowel cases), obstetrics & gynecology, orthopedics (including joint replacements and revisions), urology (including radical prostates & nephrectomies), plastic surgery, ENT, oral & maxillo‑facial surgery, and ophthalmology. Peace Arch Hospital recently completed a brand‑new surgical suite with five state‑of‑the‑art operating theatres, a cataract/ophthalmology suite, PACU, and Surgical Daycare, plus a new physician engagement space and on‑call rooms. An efficient Pre‑Admission Clinic offers in‑person and virtual consultations. The patient population includes many seniors with multiple comorbidities, supported by 24/7 internal medicine perioperative consultations and an ICU for postoperative critical care. The department currently comprises nine FRCPC anesthesiologists, with one anesthesiologist on‑call from home 24/7/365. Full‑time members average one night on‑call per week (either a 12‑hour weeknight or a 24‑hour weekend day). Department members also participate in the local Physician Quality Improvement program, the Medical Staff Association, and hospital decision‑making processes.

Qualifications

• FRCPC certification (or equivalent anesthesiology qualification)

Pay

Compensation type: Fee‑for‑Service

Schedule

One anesthesiologist on‑call from home 24/7/365. Full‑time members average one night on‑call per week – either a 12‑hour weeknight shift or a 24‑hour weekend day.