Job Overview
As a Locum Physician in Ridge Meadows, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to shape your career and lifestyle. Work across a variety of clinics, experiencing different practice cultures, team dynamics, and patient populations. Whether you’re seeking short-term assignments or exploring clinics to find your ideal permanent match, this role offers unmatched opportunities for variety and growth.
Locums in Ridge Meadows can choose assignments based on their preferences for electronic medical records (EMRs), clinic cultures, or work-life balance. Supported by the Ridge Meadows Division of Family Practice, you’ll have access to scheduling assistance, clinic tours, and resources that save you time and make your locum experience seamless.
Why choose Ridge Meadows?
Ridge Meadows offers the perfect mix of city access and outdoor beauty, making it an ideal place to work and explore. Physicians have praised the area’s collaborative and welcoming medical community, as well as its natural surroundings that promote a balanced lifestyle. Located just 45 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Ridge Meadows features affordable housing, family-friendly amenities, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventures, from hiking to kayaking.
A Healthcare System That Supports You
With Fraser Health’s Red Carpet Program, locum physicians relocating to Ridge Meadows receive assistance with housing, transportation, and local integration, ensuring a smooth transition into the community.
Working in BC’s Healthcare System
Fraser Health is one of Canada’s largest health authorities, serving a diverse population across British Columbia. The BC healthcare system prioritizes patient-centered, team-based care, offering locums the opportunity to experience an integrated, supportive network of professionals.
Compensation and Benefits

Locums in the Fraser Health region benefit from:

• Flexible Payment Models: Choose from competitive fee-for-service or contract-based options.
• Scheduling Support: The Ridge Meadows Division of Family Practice provides assistance in finding assignments that match your preferences and availability.
• Professional Growth: Gain exposure to diverse clinics and team-based care environments while building connections in the community.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality patient care in various clinic settings based on assignment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive health services.
• Adapt to different clinic environments, building rapport with staff and patients.
• Participate in community healthcare initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree and certification from an accredited program.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC).
• Strong adaptability and interpersonal skills to integrate into multiple clinic environments.

• Provide high-quality patient care in various clinic settings based on assignment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive health services.
• Adapt to different clinic environments, building rapport with staff and patients.
• Participate in community healthcare initiatives as needed