Hospitalist (Acute Care Physician)

About the role

Fraser Health is seeking a Hospitalist to join the hospital medicine program at Eagle Ridge Hospital. The physician will provide acute care, manage admissions, and act as the Most Responsible Physician for in‑patient care, collaborating closely with an inter‑professional team.

Key responsibilities

• Admit and manage patients as the Most Responsible Physician (MRP).
• Provide supportive care for surgical and specialty medical patients.
• Work independently with off‑site specialty support available by phone.
• Participate in day and evening shifts on a 7‑day consecutive schedule.
• Fulfill mandatory overnight coverage proportionate to weeks worked.
• Coordinate discharge planning with community physicians and resources.

Required profile

• Hospitalist experience, fellowship training, or membership in professional hospital medicine societies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and allied health staff.
• Comfort with independent practice and remote specialty consultation.
• Rural medicine experience is considered an asset.

Required skills