EDiCare Physician
Job Description
Job Summary
Job Title:
EDiCare Physician, Geriatrics (VGH)
Work Site:
Vancouver General Hospital
Status:
Locum - Full Time
Start Date:
To be mutually agreed upon
Compensation Type:
Alternative Payment Arrangement
Come work as an EDiCare Physician with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
The EDiCare program is a team-based Geriatrics program implemented in the Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) Emergency Department. The mandate of EDiCare follows the “Home is Best” philosophy for the Frail Elderly. Its goal is to redirect frail elders from a path of hospital admission towards discharge home when it can be safely facilitated with community and medical supports.
The EDiCare Physician role presents a unique opportunity for physicians with a passion for our growing frail elderly populatio...