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Emerald Lake Yukon

Walk-in Clinic

The Whitehorse Walk-in Clinic is seeking locum coverage from September 28-December 31, 2026 (minimum of 2 weeks).

Program Description

The Whitehorse Walk-in Clinic (WWIC) provides timely access to primary health care for Yukoners who do not currently have a primary care provider. The WWIC offers care for non-urgent conditions for Yukoners who do not have a dedicated primary care provider.

The successful candidate(s) will work as members of a collaborative health care team, providing same-day primary health care, as well as consultation services and case review support to Nurse Practitioners.

The WWIC is comprised of a clinic manager, nurse practitioners, contract physicians, licensed practical nurses, a social worker, a contract pharmacist, and medical office assistants.

The WWIC provides point-of-care services for clients and mental health counselling support.

The WWIC has moved to its permanent location at Mah’s Point (108 Jarvis unit 103). This location includes a waiting room, reception area, private clinic rooms, and a general shared office space for primary care practitioners and allied health professionals.

The WWIC is open to hosting medical residents, medical students, and nurse practitioner students.

The WWIC is open 9am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday. There are no on-call requirements for this position.

Hours of work are only within clinic hours

Patients can only book same-day at the walk-in, except for specific nursing and pharmacy services.

Patients per day varies greatly depending on the number of providers available on any given day. For individual physicians, we expect them to see 3-4 patients per hour with some time available for charting / follow-ups as needed.

Contract Details

Remuneration

$225/hour

Shadow Billing

All contracted physicians are required to shadow bill for services provided through the WWIC’s Plexia

Qualifications

Education and Licensing:

Eligible for licensure with the Yukon Medical Council

Eligible for community provider privileges with the Yukon Hospital Corporation

Maintain membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association

Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated commitment to and ability to work in a collaborative care/team-based model

Demonstrated history of positive engagement with interdisciplinary teams

Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed and anti-racist approaches, as well as commitment to cultural safety and humility

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with allied health professionals

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Job payment model

Contract

On-Call Status

Yes

Eligible for locum support

Yes

Working at Whitehorse Medical Services was one of the most pleasant locum experiences I have had. The staff are enthusiastic, knowledgeable and very accommodating. The practice is organized and the management very welcoming and supportive. – Dr. Laurel Snyder

Contact us

By email

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By phone

(226) 402-3555

YukonDocs supports healthcare delivery across Yukon communities by partnering with local communities, healthcare organizations, and government to improve physician recruitment and long-term retention. The organization leads recruitment initiatives, coordinates territory-wide strategies, helps physicians transition into Yukon communities, promotes equitable healthcare access, and contributes to workforce planning to support a sustainable healthcare system.