Family Physician – Central Nanaimo Urgent and Primary Care Centre (200-1623) (Permanent Family

Join the Central Nanaimo Urgent and Primary Care Centre

Make an Impact. Practice Team-Based Care. Enjoy Flexibility.

The Central Nanaimo Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) is seeking Family Physicians who are passionate about delivering accessible, patient-centered care to the Nanaimo community.

Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, or casual opportunities, this brand-new facility offers a supportive environment where physicians can thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

Practice the Way Medicine Should Be Practiced
Work in a collaborative, team-based care model alongside:

• Registered Nurses
• Mental Health & Substance Use Consultants
• Social Workers
• Indigenous Liaison Nurse
• Medical Office Assistants

Diverse Practice Opportunities
Physicians can provide:

• Urgent episodic care for same-day patient needs
• Longitudinal primary care with panel attachment opportunities through the provincial system

Community-Driven Care
The centre is supported by:

• Indigenous partners
• The Nanaimo Division of Family Practice
• Local physicians

Together, we’re building integrated, accessible healthcare for the Nanaimo community.

About the UPCC

The Central Nanaimo UPCC provides same-day care within 12–24 hours for patients who require urgent medical attention but do not need emergency department services.

Common conditions treated include:

• Sprains & minor injuries
• Cuts requiring care
• High fevers
• Minor infections
• Other urgent but non-emergency concerns

The centre also supports attachment to a family physician through the Island Health provincial attachment system.

Flexible Scheduling

Start Date: ASAP (Flexible)

Longitudinal Care

• 2-3 Physicians working together
• Monday – Friday; –

Urgent Care Services

• Open 7 days per week; – , including weekends and statutory holidays
• Flexible shifts available
• 3-hour shifts or longer
• Ideal for physicians seeking schedule flexibility and work-life balance

Remuneration:
UPCC Service Contract-attractive compensation package with service contract positions in the urgent primary care clinic
• Payment will now be at contract base rate of $.48 per hour
• Additional $25 per hour will be applied to direct patient care hours for evenings ( and later) and weekends/holidays

Overhead:
No overhead payments are required