Diagnostic Radiology

About the Role

Northern Health is recruiting two Diagnostic/Interventional Radiologists in Prince George, British Columbia to join a robust team of 7 radiologists and support staff at the University Hospital of Northern BC. This is a hybrid job plan that includes remote work, negotiable with the radiologist applying. There is the opportunity for full and part-time work. The supportive and collegial work environment provides excellent opportunities for professional growth and development.

Radiology Services at UHNBC

• Breast Imaging Centre with tomosynthesis mammography
• Ultrasound
• MRI 1.5 Tesla Siemens
• CT scanners — multi-detector/multi-slice/dual energy
• Nuclear Medicine
• Interventional Radiology
• Outreach services to GR Baker Memorial Hospital in Quesnel — approximately 1 day of travel every 2–3 months

Responsibilities

The work is a 70/30% split of Diagnostic/Interventional radiology. The team performs a wide range of image-guided procedures, including vascular and nonvascular interventions, biopsies, drainages, and spine interventions. Vascular work includes, but is not limited to, arterial and venous recanalization, angioplasty and stenting, vascular access for dialysis, and fistula interventions. IVUS is available in addition to catheter-directed thrombolysis for arterial and venous thrombosis. Development of an oncology program is in progress.

Diagnostic call responsibilities are split between the group members. There is no call service for Interventional radiology.

Qualifications

• Prospective radiologists should be comfortable with general radiology, including Fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, and MRI
• A fellowship is not a necessity
• Candidates should be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia, ideally holding FRCPC designation
• Candidates with experience or an interest in program development would be an asset
• Open to retraining candidates in some areas of radiology practice they are less comfortable with on the job if they are motivated

Compensation

• Compensation Type: Fee-for-Service
• Estimated Remuneration: $800,000+

Benefits and Incentives

• Vacation Leave: 12–16(+) weeks annually including CME
• May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA), including:
  • Retention Premium: 12.6%
  • Retention Flat Fee: $19,526
  • Relocation Funding Available: $9,000–15,000
  • Recruitment Incentive: $15,000
• Relocation funding: $15,000 if relocating from outside of Canada; $12,000 if relocating within Canada but outside of BC; $9,000 if relocating within BC
• Northern Health offers a strong compensation package for travel and accommodation for new hires and flexible vacation scheduling

About the Community

UHNBC is the Regional Hospital for Northern BC, serving the population of Prince George (approximately 87,000) and acting as a referral center for outlying communities (total population approximately 400,000). It is the main teaching center for Medical Students in the Northern Medical Program of UBC and provides teaching for UBC Residents in several specialties. The BC Cancer Centre for the North is located on the hospital site and includes radiation and medical oncology. The ongoing development of UHNBC as a regional center and teaching center makes this an exciting time to join the medical community in Prince George.

Prince George is the center of business, education, health, and culture for northern BC, servicing an approximate rural population of 400,000 over an area of 600,000 square kilometers. Affordable housing, short commutes, a vibrant arts and culture community, and outstanding recreational opportunities make Prince George a desirable community to call home. It is a paradise for outdoor recreation; mountain biking, hiking, and kayaking in the summer, and 4 ft. of powder in the winter are just a few of the options for adventure seekers.